The Great Pacific Garbage Patch

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What is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

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A large area in the Pacific Ocean where a high concentration of plastic and other debris has accumulated.

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What are microplastics?

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Very small pieces of plastic that are less than 5mm in size, often resulting from the breakdown of larger plastic items.

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Why is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch difficult to clean up?

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The cost to clean up the Garbage Patch is too much for one nation to handle.

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How many pieces of garbage are estimated to be in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

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1.8 trillion pieces.

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What is one way we can help reduce plastic pollution?

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Recycle plastics.

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What is NOT a way to help reduce plastic pollution?

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Use only plastic straws.

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What impact does the Great Pacific Garbage Patch have on sea life?

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It harms sea life by entangling animals and causing ingestion of plastic.

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What is one reason microplastics are harmful?

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They can be ingested by marine animals, leading to health issues.

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What can individuals do to educate others about plastic pollution?

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Share information about recycling and the effects of plastic waste.

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What is the main idea of the article 'The Great Pacific Garbage Patch'?

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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is harming sea life and needs our help.