The Impact of Microplastics: A Close Look at Environmental Consequences
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The Impact of Microplastics: A Close Look at Environmental Consequences
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Slide 2 - Vidéo
Learning Objective
Understand the concept of microplastics and their impact on the environment.
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What do you already know about microplastics and their impact on the environment?
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What are Microplastics?
Microplastics are tiny plastic particles less than 5mm in size, often resulting from the breakdown of larger plastic items or microbeads in personal care products.
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Environmental Impact
Microplastics pose a significant threat to marine life, as they can be ingested by marine organisms and disrupt ecosystems. They also contribute to pollution in water bodies and soil.
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Human Health Concerns
Microplastics can enter the human food chain through consumption of contaminated seafood and water, raising potential health risks.
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Global Distribution
Microplastics have been found in remote areas such as the Arctic, indicating their widespread distribution and long-term environmental impact.
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Regulatory Measures
Efforts are being made globally to regulate the use of microplastics in consumer products and minimize their environmental impact through legislation and product bans.
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Mitigation Strategies
Various mitigation strategies include promoting recycling, reducing single-use plastics, and developing innovative technologies to clean up existing microplastic pollution.
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Call to Action
Each individual can contribute to addressing the microplastic crisis by making conscious choices to reduce plastic consumption and supporting environmental conservation efforts.
Slide 11 - Diapositive
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Slide 12 - Question ouverte
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Slide 13 - Question ouverte
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.