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What is the primary mechanism by which a Seabin collects debris from the water?
What is the primary mechanism by which a Seabin collects debris from the water?
- A filtration system using a mesh basket and a pump. (correct)
- A skimming arm that pushes debris into a container.
- A chemical process that dissolves plastics.
- An electromagnetic field attracting metallic items.
Why is it important to separate plastics from seaweed when emptying a Seabin?
Why is it important to separate plastics from seaweed when emptying a Seabin?
- Seaweed can contaminate the plastics, making them unsuitable for recycling.
- Municipal regulations require separating organic and inorganic materials.
- The combined weight of plastic and decaying seaweed damages recycling equipment.
- Seaweed provides nutrients to marine life when returned to the ocean, while plastics need proper disposal. (correct)
A marine biologist studying the impact of plastic pollution finds a high concentration of microplastics in a fish population near a marina. How might this be related to items captured by Seabins?
A marine biologist studying the impact of plastic pollution finds a high concentration of microplastics in a fish population near a marina. How might this be related to items captured by Seabins?
- The act of emptying the Seabins releases microplastics into the surrounding water.
- Seabins attract fish, causing them to ingest more microplastics in a concentrated area.
- The Seabins contribute to microplastic creation by breaking down larger plastic items.
- The fish consume both the larger plastics and the microplastics that originate from the breakdown of wrappers and polystyrene pieces. (correct)
If a marina decides to install several new Seabins, what infrastructural consideration is most critical for their effective operation?
If a marina decides to install several new Seabins, what infrastructural consideration is most critical for their effective operation?
While Seabins can capture items such as bottle tops, plastic bottles, and lollipop sticks, they are recognized as not solving the global plastic problem. Which strategy would most effectively address the root cause of plastic pollution, complementing the use of Seabins?
While Seabins can capture items such as bottle tops, plastic bottles, and lollipop sticks, they are recognized as not solving the global plastic problem. Which strategy would most effectively address the root cause of plastic pollution, complementing the use of Seabins?
Flashcards
What is a Seabin?
What is a Seabin?
A litter bin designed to collect floating debris in marinas.
How does a Seabin work?
How does a Seabin work?
The Seabin pump suctions water and floating debris into a mesh basket.
Seabin emptying process
Seabin emptying process
Turning off the seabin, removing the basket, emptying contents, separating waste e.g. plastics, then turning back on.
Impact of plastics on marine life?
Impact of plastics on marine life?
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Solving plastic pollution
Solving plastic pollution
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