Plastics in Oceans

Plastics in oceans are pieces of synthetic materials that originate from everyday products such as bottles, bags, and fishing gear. Over time, these plastics break down into smaller fragments called microplastics, which are ingested by marine animals, disrupting ecosystems. Plastics can persist for hundreds of years, causing harm to wildlife and contaminating the food chain. Human activities like littering, inadequate waste management, and fishing contribute significantly to ocean plastic pollution. Addressing this issue requires reducing plastic use, improving waste disposal, and supporting cleanup efforts to protect marine environments and the creatures that inhabit them.