A process by which a hazardous liquid flow is redirected away from an area is called?

A process by which a hazardous liquid flow is redirected away from an area is called?

• A. Absorption
• B. Diversion
• C. Dispersion
• D. Retention

Answer: (B)

Redirecting the flow of a hazardous liquid away from a threatened area is diversion. The idea is to steer the liquid along a controlled path using barriers, dikes, or channels so it does not reach people or critical assets, making containment and cleanup easier. Absorption would mean the liquid is taken up by a material rather than being moved away, so it doesn’t change the flow direction. Dispersion spreads the liquid over a larger area, which can increase the area impacted. Retention aims to hold the liquid in place within barriers rather than guiding it away.

Redirecting the flow of a hazardous liquid away from a threatened area is diversion. The idea is to steer the liquid along a controlled path using barriers, dikes, or channels so it does not reach people or critical assets, making containment and cleanup easier. Absorption would mean the liquid is taken up by a material rather than being moved away, so it doesn’t change the flow direction. Dispersion spreads the liquid over a larger area, which can increase the area impacted. Retention aims to hold the liquid in place within barriers rather than guiding it away.