Question 69
GLI03Your containership has a container displaying a hazardous cargo placard. The placard has the number 2282 on it. This indicates that it is carrying what cargo?
AI Explanation
The Correct Answer is C
**Explanation for Option C (Hexanols):**
The number 2282 found on a hazardous cargo placard is the four-digit United Nations (UN) identification number. These UN numbers are internationally recognized codes used to identify hazardous substances and articles during transport. UN 2282 is the specific designation for **Hexanols**. Hexanols (a group of isomers of hexyl alcohol) are flammable liquids and are classified as Class 3 hazardous materials. Therefore, the placard displaying UN 2282 indicates the container is carrying Hexanols.
**Explanation for Incorrect Options:**
* **A) Furan:** Furan is identified by the UN number **2389**.
* **B) Phosphine:** Phosphine (compressed) is identified by the UN number **2199**.
* **D) Isoheptene:** Isoheptene is identified by the UN number **2288**.