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Which of the following is a significant source of microplastic pollution in oceans?
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Volcanic eruptions
Quiz Options
- Volcanic eruptions
- Industrial wastewater
- Breakdown of larger plastic debris
- Natural marine foam
Explanation & Context
Larger plastic items, like bottles and bags, fragment over time due to UV radiation and wave action, creating microplastics that pollute marine ecosystems.
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