OCTCO/OCTF Exit Exam • Set 8 Question 13 of 30

An inert gas is one which has little or no ability to react with other gases, or to heat. Examples of Inert gases are nitrogen and CO2. Shipboard inert gas systems utilize CO2, either from flue gas sources or from inert gas generators.

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Direct Answer

Option A: True

An inert gas is chemically unreactive; shipboard IGS utilizes low-oxygen flue gas or nitrogen/CO2 mixtures to prevent combustion in cargo tanks.

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False

Detailed Explanation & Context

An inert gas is chemically unreactive; shipboard IGS utilizes low-oxygen flue gas or nitrogen/CO2 mixtures to prevent combustion in cargo tanks.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (OCTCO/OCTF).

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