Plastic Pollution Flashcard

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Ethos

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How credible someone is about a certain topic.

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What is the main health issue caused by the burning of waste in Smokey Mountain?

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Respiratory diseases.

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Logos

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Using logic/reasoning to argue a point.

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What global effort was mentioned to combat plastic pollution?

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Cleaning up beaches and oceans.

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Pathos

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Utilizing our emotions to help us feel a certain way about a topic.

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What is plastic pollution?

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The accumulation of plastic products in the environment, harming wildlife and ecosystems.

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What are microplastics?

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Tiny plastic particles less than 5mm in size, often resulting from the breakdown of larger plastic items.

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What is the impact of plastic on marine life?

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Marine animals can ingest plastic, leading to injury, illness, or death.

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What is recycling?

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The process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects.

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What are biodegradable plastics?

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Plastics that can decompose naturally in the environment.