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Air Quality Standards for Oil and Gas Activities

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What is the primary air pollutant of concern in oil and gas activities?

  1. Sulfur dioxide

  2. Nitrogen oxides

  3. Volatile organic compounds

  4. Particulate matter

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted during various stages of oil and gas production, including drilling, production, and transportation.

Which air quality standard regulates the emission of sulfur dioxide from oil and gas facilities?

  1. National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)

  2. New Source Performance Standards (NSPS)

  3. Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards

  4. Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit program

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

NSPS set emission limits for new or modified oil and gas facilities to control sulfur dioxide emissions.

What is the purpose of the Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS)?

  1. To protect human health from ground-level ozone

  2. To reduce visibility impairment caused by ozone

  3. To prevent damage to crops and vegetation from ozone

  4. To mitigate climate change impacts related to ozone

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ozone NAAQS aims to protect public health by limiting exposure to ground-level ozone, which can cause respiratory problems and other health issues.

Which air pollutant is regulated by the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Oil and Natural Gas Production?

  1. Benzene

  2. Toluene

  3. Ethylbenzene

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NESHAP for Oil and Natural Gas Production regulates emissions of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX) from various sources in the oil and gas industry.

What is the primary goal of the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit program for oil and gas activities?

  1. To prevent air quality degradation in areas that meet or exceed air quality standards

  2. To reduce emissions from existing oil and gas facilities

  3. To promote the use of renewable energy sources in oil and gas operations

  4. To establish emission limits for new or modified oil and gas facilities

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The PSD program aims to prevent significant air quality deterioration in areas that already meet or exceed air quality standards.

What is the term used to describe the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide (CO2) from oil and gas operations?

  1. Carbon capture and storage (CCS)

  2. Carbon capture and utilization (CCU)

  3. Carbon dioxide sequestration (CDS)

  4. Carbon dioxide injection (CDI)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) involves capturing CO2 from industrial sources, such as oil and gas operations, and storing it underground to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Which air quality standard sets limits on the emission of particulate matter (PM) from oil and gas activities?

  1. National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)

  2. New Source Performance Standards (NSPS)

  3. Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards

  4. Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit program

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NAAQS include standards for PM, which are small particles that can cause respiratory problems and other health issues.

What is the purpose of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) for oil and gas operations?

  1. To track and report greenhouse gas emissions from oil and gas activities

  2. To reduce methane emissions from oil and gas operations

  3. To promote energy efficiency in oil and gas operations

  4. To establish emission limits for greenhouse gases from oil and gas operations

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The GHGRP requires oil and gas companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions, including methane, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide.

Which air pollutant is regulated by the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Natural Gas Transmission and Storage?

  1. Benzene

  2. Toluene

  3. Ethylbenzene

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NESHAP for Natural Gas Transmission and Storage regulates emissions of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX) from various sources in the natural gas transmission and storage industry.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing methane emissions from oil and gas operations?

  1. Methane mitigation

  2. Methane capture

  3. Methane flaring

  4. Methane venting

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Methane mitigation refers to the practices and technologies used to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas operations, such as leak detection and repair, and the use of low-emission equipment.

Which air quality standard sets limits on the emission of nitrogen oxides (NOx) from oil and gas activities?

  1. National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)

  2. New Source Performance Standards (NSPS)

  3. Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards

  4. Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit program

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NAAQS include standards for NOx, which are gases that can contribute to smog and other air quality problems.

What is the purpose of the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership?

  1. To reduce methane emissions from oil and gas operations

  2. To promote energy efficiency in oil and gas operations

  3. To establish emission limits for methane from oil and gas operations

  4. To track and report methane emissions from oil and gas activities

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Oil and Gas Methane Partnership is a voluntary program that brings together government agencies, industry stakeholders, and environmental organizations to collaborate on reducing methane emissions from oil and gas operations.

Which air pollutant is regulated by the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Petroleum Refineries?

  1. Benzene

  2. Toluene

  3. Ethylbenzene

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NESHAP for Petroleum Refineries regulates emissions of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX) from various sources in the petroleum refining industry.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing air pollution from oil and gas activities?

  1. Air pollution control

  2. Air quality management

  3. Emission reduction

  4. Pollution prevention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Air pollution control refers to the practices and technologies used to reduce air pollution from various sources, including oil and gas activities.

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