Question

Hypothermia in aquatic mammals is due to _________.

• A. Noise pollution
• B. Air pollution
• C. Oil spills
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Oil spills

Oil destroys the insulating ability of fur-bearing mammals, such as sea otters, and the water repellency of a bird's feathers, thus exposing these creatures to the harsh elements. Without the ability to repel water and insulate from the cold water, birds and mammals will die from hypothermia.

So the correct answer is option C.