Plastic, Ahoy!: Investigating the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
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| Rating | : | 4.78 (706 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B01N7UHB6I |
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| Number of Pages | : | 249 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-01-28 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
These samples helped them learn more about the effects of plastic in the ocean. The plastic has drifted there from rivers, beaches, and ocean traffic all over the world. Most of it has broken down into tiny pieces the size of confetti. For nearly three weeks at sea, researchers gathered bits of plastic and ocean organisms. They explored the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, where millions of pieces of plastic have collected. Follow along on the expedition to find out how scientists studied the Garbage Patch - and what alarming discoveries they made.. Plastic: it's used to make everything from drink bottles and bags to toys and toothbrushes. But what happens when it ends up where it doesn't belong - like in the Pacific Ocean? How does it affect ocean life? Is it dangerous? And exactly how much is out there? A team of researchers went on a scientific expedition to find out
Greenbyoo said Two kids' review. Gyres, salps, and diatoms! These are just three of the fascinating things you will learn about from this book.Scientists Miriam, Chelsea and Darcy are trying to figure out how plastic affects the ocean, so they take a trip on the New Horizon. They do all kinds of interesting e. BaBo said Five Stars. Great book for children to teach them about trash issues!. "Educational and well presented" according to California book maven. If you care about the environment, if you want to learn more about what we are doing to destroy it, and if you want to know how to stop destructive practices now, this beautifully written and illustrated book is a must-read. Recommended for all ages.