BP Oil Spill

Oil was first discovered in California in the 19th century, with the first commercially successful oil well drilled in 1865 near present-day Los Angeles. This discovery marked the beginning of California's oil industry, which continues to be a significant contributor to the state's economy.

Well, it is possible, but for oil to evaporate, it takes a longer time, because it's thicker than water. for oil to come down from the sky like rain, it's possible and it's happening all the time, just that more than 99% of the rain water is made up of water, oil only takes up 1% or less of the rain water due to the slow rate of evaporation. Can oil evaporate? you can find a very good example in your kitchen, on the shelves which is on top of the stove, or the ceiling which is on top of your stove, they will probably feel sticky and will smell of oil. why is that? because while cooking, the oil evaporated under the high temperature and condensed there, so my answer is: yes

The drilling platform that sunk in the Gulf, referring to the Deepwater Horizon incident in 2010, was approximately 40 miles southeast of the well site.

British Petroleum employees were involved in the drilling when the oil spilled into the Gulf of Mexico on April 20, 2010. The drilling was part of BP operations off the coastal United States of America. But the platform that became involved in the original, explosive event didn't belong to BP. It was being leased.

Yes, methane can explode when there is a sufficient amount mixed with air in the presence of an ignition source. Methane is highly flammable and can form explosive mixtures in the air at certain concentrations.

A flow station is a place where oil directly from the oil well flows to for primary treatment and control

Hurricane Bhola occurred in the Bay of Bengal, specifically impacting East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) and the West Bengal area of India in 1970. It was one of the deadliest tropical cyclones in recorded history.

Yes, the 2005 Atlantic hurricane season had 27 named storms, exhausting the entire list of official names. Afterward, Greek letters were used, and a total of 28 storms formed that season, making it the most active on record.

Applying oil on the leaves can clog the stomata, reducing their ability to exchange gases with the environment. This can lead to decreased photosynthesis and can hinder the plant's ability to respire properly.

It is unlikely, at least for the immediate future. When there are so many variables involved, it is very difficult to predict. Wind and gulf currents are important factors which do not remain constant. To enter the gulf stream, it must first enter the loop current. So far, the oil spill has not entered the loop current, at least in noticeable quantities. The longer oil stays in the gulf, the better as natural forces will degrade and disperse the oil.

A forecast of the next two days movement is attached. Note the colors in the graphs are ocean surface temperatures.

The BP oil leak in 2010 was caused by a well blowout on the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig, which was due to a combination of human error, equipment failure, and a lack of proper safety measures. This resulted in a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.

An oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico during hurricane season can result in the oil being dispersed over a larger area due to strong winds and currents. The storm can also delay cleanup efforts and make it more challenging to contain and remove the oil. Additionally, the combination of oil and hurricane conditions can have detrimental effects on marine life and ecosystems in the region.

After consuming the oil, the microbes would metabolize it into simpler compounds to generate energy and grow. Some microbes may also store excess energy as intracellular reserves or grow and reproduce to increase their population size. Eventually, they may return to a dormant state until they encounter more oil or another suitable food source.

BP stood for British Petroleum, the company responsible for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010.

The oil platform blew up killing 11 men and sending oil into the Gulf of Mexico. There was a part that was used to bring oil up that failed and the company couldn't get it stopped so it just kept flowing oil.

The well was located deep underwater, making it challenging to access and control. The blowout preventer, a safety device designed to stop the flow of oil in emergencies, failed to activate properly. This, combined with the complex nature of deep-sea drilling and the sheer volume of oil escaping, contributed to the prolonged effort to stop the leak.

Oxidation of lubricating oil is primarily caused by exposure to oxygen in the air, high temperatures, and contaminants such as water and metal particles. These factors can lead to the formation of harmful byproducts that can degrade the oil and reduce its lubricating properties. Regular oil analysis and maintenance can help monitor and prevent oxidation in lubricating oil.

Yes, baking soda is heavier than oil. Baking soda has a higher density compared to oil, so it will sink in oil rather than float on top of it.

When oil is spilled on a floor, it creates a thin layer that reduces friction between the floor and shoes, making it more slippery. This slippery surface makes it easier for people to lose their footing and potentially fall. Additionally, oil is not easily absorbed by the floor surface, further contributing to the slipperiness.

Oil is less dense than water because its molecules are larger and do not pack as tightly together as the molecules in water. This lower density causes oil to float on top of water when the two are mixed together.

Oil flows due to its low viscosity and ability to conform to the shape of its container. This allows it to move easily through pipelines, wells, and machinery. Additionally, oil flow can be influenced by factors such as pressure differentials and gravity.

To determine the concentration of syrup by boiling point, you would measure the boiling point of the syrup using a calibrated thermometer and compare it to the known boiling point of water (100 degrees Celsius). The difference in boiling points can be used to estimate the concentration of the syrup based on established tables or calculations.

Extremely difficult. At the reservoir depth, oil is 262 degrees. It is still hot as it leaves the blow out preventer, even though it passes through 40 ft of nearly freezing water. It is gushing out of the blow out preventer at very high velocity, and I have no idea of how you could cool the oil and all the water around it to freezing.

Estimate - up to 100,000 barrels per day.