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pollution > pollution type > oil pollution > oil spill

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oil spill  

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  • The accidental release of oil, or other petroleum products usually into freshwater or marine ecosystems, and usually in large quantities. It can be controlled by chemical dispersion, combustion, mechanical containment, and absorption.

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http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/5852

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