... can damage an ecosystem. The petroleum industry is working closely with government agencies, universities and research centers to reduce the frequency and impact of oil spills. As a result of new operating procedures and research into ... create an oil-in-water emulsion. The viscosity of the oil affects how fast it disperses. The higher the oil's viscosity, the more resistant it is to natural dispersion. Dissolution Light components of oil are soluble in water in ... in oil are soluble in water, so dissolution involves only a small fraction of oil. Emulsification When waves wash over f...

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