How does tar get into oceans?
Tar gets into oceans as a result of an oil spill or oil leak during routine operations. The oil left floating in the ocean undergoes a process called weathering. It dries up to form tar balls that range in size from a dime to a dinner plate. ChaCha
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About Oil Spill
An oil spill is an incident in which oil is spilt into certain locations causing environmental harm.
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