Plastic Waste from the Pandemic Quiz

What is the estimated weight of plastic waste produced globally every year?

• 100 million tons

• 200 million tons

• 300 million tons

• 400 million tons

What is the main reason why plastic is important in healthcare?

• It's cheap

• It's strong

• It's disposable

• It's long-lasting

How much extra plastic waste has been made globally due to the pandemic?

• 5 million tons

• 15 million tons

• 8 million tons

• 10 million tons

Where does most of the plastic waste from the pandemic end up?

• In the ocean

• In the atmosphere

• In the soil

• In the rivers

What is the main concern about plastic ending up in the Arctic Ocean?

• It affects marine wildlife

• It causes pollution

• It increases global warming

• It disrupts ocean currents

What is mismanaged plastic waste?

• Plastic waste that is not handled or recycled properly

• Plastic waste that is used for medical purposes

• Plastic waste that is disposed of in landfills

• Plastic waste that is recycled properly

What is the plastic circulation computer model used for?

• To predict where plastic will end up in the ocean

• To analyze plastic degradation

• To study ocean currents

• To predict the weather

What is the World Health Organization responsible for?

• Preventing plastic pollution

• Coordinating the world's response to health emergencies

• Developing new medical technologies

• Making healthcare more expensive

What are single-use plastics?

• Plastic items made for long-term use

• Plastic items made for multiple uses

• Plastic items made for single use only

• Plastic items made for recycling

How can individuals help reduce the plastic problem?

• Spread awareness about plastic pollution

• Organize beach clean-ups

• Recycle less

• Increase use of single-use plastics