Unit 6 Choice Board: Freeing the Ocean of Plastic

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What is the main idea of Ocean Cleanup's efforts?

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Boyan Slat’s organization Ocean Cleanup researched and repeatedly tested possible designs as they developed a method to remove the plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

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Why did Ocean Cleanup decide against anchoring their system to the ocean floor?

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The strong ocean currents and storms would damage the system.

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What adjustment was made after the first Ocean Cleanup system failed?

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The speed at which the boats pulled the system was increased.

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What is one solution created by Ocean Cleanup to address ocean pollution?

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A system with a large net, floating barriers, and moving boats that can collect plastic floating in the ocean.

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What is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

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It is the largest of the five main areas where ocean currents concentrate plastic in the world.

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What role can individuals play in Ocean Cleanup's efforts?

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Individuals can become 'Citizen Scientists' by identifying pollution hotspots and contributing to research.

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What materials are used in Ocean Cleanup's barrier system?

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A large fishing net with flotation devices along the top.

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What is the purpose of the flotation devices in the Ocean Cleanup system?

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To help keep the U-shaped barrier's shape.

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What challenges do ocean currents pose to plastic removal systems?

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Strong ocean currents can damage the systems and affect their effectiveness.

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What is a 'Citizen Scientist'?

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A person who participates in scientific research by collecting data or contributing to studies.