The petroleum released by the Deepwater Horizon explosion created a "kill zone" of 80 square miles. What happens in a kill zone?

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A kill zone refers to an area of the ocean where the concentration of a pollutant, in this case, petroleum, is so high that it can kill or severely harm most of the marine life in that area. Studies have shown that the Deepwater Horizon oil spill created an 80-square-mile kill zone where virtually all sea life was destroyed or harmed due to the oil released into the water. The oil can clog fish gills, impair their vision, and damage their reproductive systems, leading to their eventual death.

The Petroleum Released by the Deepwater Horizon Explosion Created a "Kill