9 Startling Facts About Plastics in the Ocean

9 Startling Facts About Plastics in the Ocean
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Up to 13 million tons of plastic waste enters the ocean each year, threatening marine ecosystems and the people who depend on them. Global awareness about plastic pollution has grown tremendously in the last decade as nongovernmental organizations and scientists have better documented the environmental and economic impacts of this material on our marine environment. From grocery bags to car parts, plastic is used in many aspects of our everyday lives, but how much do you really know about it?