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The equivalent of one ______ truck of plastic is dumped in the sea every minute, significantly contributing to ocean pollution.
The equivalent of one ______ truck of plastic is dumped in the sea every minute, significantly contributing to ocean pollution.
garbage
Once in the ocean, plastic breaks down into ______, which are then consumed by plankton, leading to contamination of the food chain.
Once in the ocean, plastic breaks down into ______, which are then consumed by plankton, leading to contamination of the food chain.
microplastics
Despite its impact, only 9% of all plastic ever produced was ______ as of 2015, highlighting a critical gap in waste management.
Despite its impact, only 9% of all plastic ever produced was ______ as of 2015, highlighting a critical gap in waste management.
recycled
Due to the degradation in quality, ______ plastic eventually contributes to pollution, reducing the effectiveness of recycling efforts.
Due to the degradation in quality, ______ plastic eventually contributes to pollution, reducing the effectiveness of recycling efforts.
To counteract pollution, plastic-______ choices are necessary, encouraging consumers and businesses to seek alternatives.
To counteract pollution, plastic-______ choices are necessary, encouraging consumers and businesses to seek alternatives.
Leading the charge for change, the ______ Union has mandated reductions for throwaway plastic among its member countries.
Leading the charge for change, the ______ Union has mandated reductions for throwaway plastic among its member countries.
Moving forward, there needs to be a powerful ______ focused on diminishing the utilization of disposable plastic.
Moving forward, there needs to be a powerful ______ focused on diminishing the utilization of disposable plastic.
By establishing zones free of throwaway plastic in cities, schools, and workplaces, communities actively reduce their environmental ______.
By establishing zones free of throwaway plastic in cities, schools, and workplaces, communities actively reduce their environmental ______.
Plankton, a crucial base of the marine food web, are ingesting ______, leading to widespread contamination throughout the ecosystem.
Plankton, a crucial base of the marine food web, are ingesting ______, leading to widespread contamination throughout the ecosystem.
Innovative companies are now offering alternatives like ______-free aisles in supermarkets, catering to environmentally conscious consumers.
Innovative companies are now offering alternatives like ______-free aisles in supermarkets, catering to environmentally conscious consumers.
Flashcards
Ocean Plastic Pollution
Ocean Plastic Pollution
The oceans are negatively impacted by disposable plastics.
Annual Plastic Waste in Oceans
Annual Plastic Waste in Oceans
Approximately 17.6 billion pounds of plastic enter the ocean each year.
Plastic Persistence in Oceans
Plastic Persistence in Oceans
Once in the ocean, plastic breaks down into small pieces and persists for hundreds of years.
Impact of Plastics on Marine Life
Impact of Plastics on Marine Life
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Microplastic Contamination
Microplastic Contamination
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Plastic Recycling Rate
Plastic Recycling Rate
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Plastic-Free Zones
Plastic-Free Zones
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Plastic-Free Alternatives
Plastic-Free Alternatives
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Degrading Quality of Recycled Plastics
Degrading Quality of Recycled Plastics
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Study Notes
- The oceans sustain life, and an abundant ocean could provide a healthy meal to a billion people daily.
- Throwaway plastics are harming the oceans.
- The equivalent of one garbage truck of plastic is dumped into the sea every minute.
- Annually, 17.6 billion pounds of plastic end up in the ocean.
- Plastic is found everywhere in the ocean, from the surface to the deepest parts.
- Once in the ocean, plastic persists for hundreds of years, breaking down into microplastics.
- Sea turtles are choking on plastic.
- Over 60% of whale and dolphin species are affected by plastic pollution.
- Plankton consumes microplastics, leading to the contamination of the food chain.
- Microplastics have been found in salt, honey, beer, and even in the air.
- Companies continue to produce single-use items from materials that last forever.
- Plastic production is expected to increase, with four times more plastic produced between now and mid-century than in all of history.
- As of 2015, only 9% of all plastic ever generated has been recycled.
- Recycled plastic degrades in quality, eventually becoming pollution.
- Consumers should not be forced to pollute the ocean with every purchase.
- Plastic-free choices are needed.
- Some companies offer plastic-free alternatives.
- Plastic-free aisles are available in supermarkets.
- Some beverage companies offer plastic-free soda and seltzer water.
- Restaurants provide plastic-free service.
- Hotels offer plastic-free rooms.
- An airline now offers plastic-free flights.
- Peru passed a law to keep plastic out of national parks and beaches.
- Belize is getting rid of styrofoam.
- The European Union has mandated reductions for throwaway plastic in its 28 member countries.
- A movement is needed to reduce throwaway plastic.
- Cities, towns, schools, and workplaces can establish zones free of throwaway plastic.
- The goal is to stop plastic pollution from harming beaches and oceans for future generations.
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