دیکشنری تخصصی مهندسی نفت - نسخه آنلاین

n: the semisolid, gel-like masses of water-in-oil emulsions that form from heavier crude oils after a spill. Sometimes called chocolate mousse." The masses may contain up to 80% water and are more viscous than the component oil. Mousse weathers slowly, with the oil retaining its initial toxicity, and may become tar balls that float at or near the sea surface and strand on beaches. The transport of mousse and tar balls can increase the area and duration over which a spill is felt.