Trash Vortex Chapters Pgs. 1-30

Front

Who is Charles Moore?

Back

Captain of the ship Alguita, known for his work in oceanic research and awareness of plastic pollution.

Front

What significant change occurred in the 1950s regarding materials?

Back

There was a surge in the use of plastics, leading to increased environmental concerns.

Front

What is Charles Goodyear known for?

Back

He is famous for creating vulcanized rubber, a process that made rubber more durable.

Front

What happened to the Cuyahoga River due to pollution?

Back

The Cuyahoga River caught fire, highlighting severe pollution issues.

Front

What are gyres?

Back

Gyres are large systems of circulating ocean currents, often associated with the accumulation of marine debris.

Front

What is the impact of plastic pollution on marine life?

Back

Plastic pollution can harm marine life through ingestion, entanglement, and habitat destruction.

Front

Define 'vulcanized rubber'.

Back

Vulcanized rubber is rubber that has been treated with sulfur to improve its strength and elasticity.

Front

What is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

Back

It is a large area in the Pacific Ocean where plastic debris accumulates due to ocean currents.

Front

Explain the term 'marine debris'.

Back

Marine debris refers to any man-made object discarded, disposed of, or abandoned in the marine environment.

Front

What role do ocean currents play in pollution?

Back

Ocean currents can transport pollutants, including plastics, across vast distances, affecting ecosystems.