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Understanding Ocean Microplastics

Authored by Charie Poderoso

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7th Grade

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Understanding Ocean Microplastics
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are microplastics?

Large pieces of plastic waste

Tiny plastic particles less than 5mm in size

Biodegradable plastic materials

Recyclable plastic products

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a common source of microplastics in the ocean?

Natural erosion of rocks

Decomposition of organic matter

Breakdown of larger plastic debris

Evaporation of seawater

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do microplastics typically enter the ocean?

Through volcanic eruptions

Via rivers and wastewater systems

By direct dumping from ships

Through atmospheric deposition

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a potential impact of microplastics on marine life?

Increased oxygen levels in water

Enhanced growth of coral reefs

Ingestion by marine animals leading to health issues

Improved water clarity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way microplastics can affect human health?

By increasing the nutritional value of seafood

By entering the food chain through seafood consumption

By purifying drinking water

By reducing air pollution

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following actions can help reduce microplastic pollution in the ocean?

Increasing the use of single-use plastics

Promoting the use of biodegradable materials

Encouraging the burning of plastic waste

Reducing the recycling of plastics

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do ocean currents play in the distribution of microplastics?

They prevent microplastics from spreading

They help concentrate microplastics in certain areas

They dissolve microplastics completely

They convert microplastics into harmless substances

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