Quiz #22: Environmental Impact of Lubricants Team 11 Oct, 2024 Environmental Impact of Lubricants Quiz 1. What is the primary environmental concern associated with the disposal of used lubricants? A) Increased soil fertility B) Water contamination C) Enhanced plant growth D) Improved air quality 2. Which type of lubricant is considered most environmentally friendly? A) Mineral oil-based lubricants B) Synthetic lubricants C) Biodegradable lubricants D) Petroleum-based lubricants 3. What is the main advantage of using vegetable oil-based lubricants? A) High thermal stability B) Low cost C) Renewable resource D) High viscosity index 4. How can the environmental impact of lubricant spills be minimized? A) By using dispersants B) By using absorbent materials C) By increasing the viscosity D) By diluting with water 5. What is a common method for recycling used lubricants? A) Incineration B) Landfilling C) Re-refining D) Composting 6. Which regulation primarily governs the environmental impact of lubricants in the European Union? A) REACH B) OSHA C) EPA D) FDA 7. What is the role of bioremediation in managing lubricant spills? A) To chemically neutralize the spill B) To physically remove the spill C) To use microorganisms to degrade the spill D) To increase the spill's viscosity 8. Which of the following is a benefit of using synthetic esters in lubricants? A) Lower cost B) Higher biodegradability C) Increased toxicity D) Reduced thermal stability 9. What is the impact of lubricant additives on biodegradability? A) They always increase biodegradability B) They have no impact C) They can decrease biodegradability D) They make lubricants non-toxic 10. Which practice can help reduce the environmental footprint of lubricant use? A) Using single-use containers B) Implementing a lubricant recycling program C) Increasing lubricant consumption D) Reducing lubricant change intervals Submit
