Nurdles, in the ocean!

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What are nurdles?

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Nurdles are small plastic pellets used as raw material in the production of plastic products.

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How are nurdles made?

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Nurdles are made by melting and molding plastic.

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Why are nurdles harmful to the environment?

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Nurdles can pollute oceans and harm marine life.

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How do nurdles affect sea life?

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Nurdles negatively affect the ecosystem and the life inside it.

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How many nurdles are typically found in the ocean?

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Approximately 230,000 metric tons of nurdles are found in the ocean.

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What are nurdles mistaken for by marine animals?

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Nurdles are often mistaken for food or anything that animals eat.

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What is the primary material used to make nurdles?

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Nurdles are primarily made from plastic.

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What is the impact of nurdles on the food chain?

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Nurdles can enter the food chain when marine animals ingest them, leading to harmful effects.

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What is microplastic?

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Microplastics are tiny plastic particles, including nurdles, that can harm marine life.

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How do nurdles enter the ocean?

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Nurdles can enter the ocean through spills during transportation and manufacturing.