VOICED : Los residuos plásticos están presentes de forma masiva en todos los océanos

The World Wildlife Fund highlights the threat of plastic waste to marine biodiversity, urging an international treaty to combat the issue. Annually, 19-23 million tons of plastic enter the oceans, degrading into nanoplastics consumed by marine life and humans. The problem is global, affecting various seas and oceans. Cleaning the oceans is costly, prompting calls for agreements on plastic production and recycling. An upcoming UN conference in Nairobi will address these environmental challenges.

What is the estimated range of plastic waste entering the oceans each year?

• 50 to 55 million tons

• 19 to 23 million tons

• 5 to 10 million tons

• 30 to 35 million tons

What happens to plastic waste as it degrades in the ocean?

• It dissolves completely

• It evaporates

• It turns into larger pieces

• It becomes nanoplastics

How many fish species were found to have plastic in their stomachs according to a 2021 study?

• 100 species

• 555 species

• 200 species

• 386 species

Which regions are affected by plastic waste in the oceans?

• Only the Pacific Ocean

• Only the Atlantic Ocean

• All major oceans and seas

• Only the Mediterranean Sea

What is one of the proposed solutions to tackle ocean plastic waste?

• Ban all plastic products

• Increase plastic production

• Ignore the problem

• Improve recycling and production criteria