8.3.1.4.1 - Sources & causes of marine pollution
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What are two major sources of marine pollution?
💡 Hint: Think about toxins entering the ocean.
Define bioaccumulation.
💡 Hint: It's about how toxins increase in an organism.
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What does bioaccumulation refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how substances increase in living tissues.
True or False: PAHs are hydrocarbon compounds that can be harmful to marine life.
💡 Hint: Consider their origins and effects.
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Evaluate the potential consequences of not controlling marine pollution on global food webs.
💡 Hint: Consider the interconnected relationships between marine life.
Design a campaign to reduce plastic pollution in oceans, outlining key strategies.
💡 Hint: Think about community involvement and awareness.
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