Works Cited
"Fighting for Trash Free Seas." Ocean Conservancy:. N.p., n.d. Web. 18 Jan. 2015.
What this site taught me:
We face many challenges when it comes to a cleaning the ocean. Trash in the water threatens the health of humans, and wildlife that depends on a healthy ocean, it threatens tourism in beaches, and complicates shipping and transportation by causing navigation hazards. Unfortunately, the trash that floats on the ocean’s surface is just a tiny amount of all the trash. Much more lies unseen beneath the surface. Ocean Conservancy is taking action, working to stop the source of the trash before it has a chance to reach the water and depress wildlife and beaches.
Ministry for the Enviroment. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2015.
What this site taught me:
Preventing marine pollution is good for all the ocean, marine life, and humans. Cleaner oceans mean we can enjoy our beaches for a lot of great things. There are a lot of things anyone can do to make a difference. Initially, organize a beach clean-up. Furthermore, reduce your trash and make sure only rain goes down all storm drains. In addition, take care of a local stream.
"Campaign." Oceana. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Feb. 2015.
What I learned from this website:
You can pick up garbage and litter near beaches. A lot of the plastic and debris found in the ocean came there as litter on the beach. As beach crowds increase, so does the amount of trash left behind. No one should help litter in any beach. You should bring a trash bag with you for your garbage and volunteer in beach clean-ups. Also, share information with friends about what you know about marine debris and ocean dumping. Tell people what is happening with the oceans and what they can do to help make a difference. Spread the word and check out Oceana on Facebook and Twitter.
http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/en/campaigns/oceans/Our-Motivation/
What this site taught me:
In the North Pacific there is floating whirlpool of plastic and garbage that is about the size of Texas. This trash vortex, known as the Eastern Garbage Patch is a large sign the problem that plastic that is discarded carelessly all over the world, is choking ocean life. Large pieces are broken down by the tides and turned to smaller pieces. The small bits of plastic are digested by marine life.
http://www.conserve-energy-future.com/causes-and-effects-of-ocean-pollution.php
What I learned from this site:
Objects that are far inland are blown by the wind over long distances and end up in the ocean. These objects can be anything from dust and sand, to debris and trash. Most debris, especially plastic, cannot decompose and remains in the ocean for years. Animals can become stuck in the plastic or mistake it for food, killing them over a long period of time. Animals who are most often the victims of plastic debris include turtles, dolphins, fish, sharks, crabs, sea birds, and crocodiles. As a result of the marine debris staying in the ocean for years, oxygen levels go down. When oxygen levels go down, the chances of survival of marine animals like whales, turtles, sharks, dolphins, penguins goes down. Animals that ate plastic are eaten by humans which affects human health as toxins from the animals gets deposited in the tissues of people and can lead to cancer, birth defects or other health problems.
http://www.oneworldoneocean.com/blog/entry/10-easy-ways-to-use-less-plastic
What I was taught by this site:
Buy food in glass jars and detergents in boxes. Plastic bags are dangerous to wildlife. Keep reusable bags somewhere handy so that you don’t forget them when you go to the market, grocery store, or mall. Avoid the possible hazards of plastic toxins going into your beverage. Look for items made of recycled paper which can be composted. Repair or upgrade your devices instead of buying new ones. Ask if you can get the food in your own reusable container.
http://www.exploringnature.org/db/detail.php?dbID=7&detID=3089
What I learned from this site:
Ocean debris dangerous to wildlife. Whales and dolphins eat plastic bags thinking they are squids. Sea turtles and ocean birds eat Styrofoam peanuts blocking their digestive system. Abandoned fishing nets tangle and drown thousands of seals every year. Human swimmers and divers can get tangled in nets and drown.
http://www.seaweb.org/markets/health.php
What I learned from this site:
Waste on land such as plastics and electronics are 80 percent of all marine debris.
http://www.education.noaa.gov/Ocean_and_Coasts/Ocean_Pollution.html
What I was taught by this site:
Much the trash in the ocean end up on beaches washed in with the waves and tides, some sinks, some is eaten by marine animals. Marine debris injures and kills marine life, interferes with navigation safety, and threatens human health. Oceans are polluted with marine debris. A lot of the trash and debris that covers our beaches come from storm drains and sewers, as well as from shoreline and beach activities. Abandoned or discarded fishing gear is also a problem because this trash can entangle, injure, and drown marine wildlife.
What this site taught me:
We face many challenges when it comes to a cleaning the ocean. Trash in the water threatens the health of humans, and wildlife that depends on a healthy ocean, it threatens tourism in beaches, and complicates shipping and transportation by causing navigation hazards. Unfortunately, the trash that floats on the ocean’s surface is just a tiny amount of all the trash. Much more lies unseen beneath the surface. Ocean Conservancy is taking action, working to stop the source of the trash before it has a chance to reach the water and depress wildlife and beaches.
Ministry for the Enviroment. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2015.
What this site taught me:
Preventing marine pollution is good for all the ocean, marine life, and humans. Cleaner oceans mean we can enjoy our beaches for a lot of great things. There are a lot of things anyone can do to make a difference. Initially, organize a beach clean-up. Furthermore, reduce your trash and make sure only rain goes down all storm drains. In addition, take care of a local stream.
"Campaign." Oceana. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Feb. 2015.
What I learned from this website:
You can pick up garbage and litter near beaches. A lot of the plastic and debris found in the ocean came there as litter on the beach. As beach crowds increase, so does the amount of trash left behind. No one should help litter in any beach. You should bring a trash bag with you for your garbage and volunteer in beach clean-ups. Also, share information with friends about what you know about marine debris and ocean dumping. Tell people what is happening with the oceans and what they can do to help make a difference. Spread the word and check out Oceana on Facebook and Twitter.
http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/en/campaigns/oceans/Our-Motivation/
What this site taught me:
In the North Pacific there is floating whirlpool of plastic and garbage that is about the size of Texas. This trash vortex, known as the Eastern Garbage Patch is a large sign the problem that plastic that is discarded carelessly all over the world, is choking ocean life. Large pieces are broken down by the tides and turned to smaller pieces. The small bits of plastic are digested by marine life.
http://www.conserve-energy-future.com/causes-and-effects-of-ocean-pollution.php
What I learned from this site:
Objects that are far inland are blown by the wind over long distances and end up in the ocean. These objects can be anything from dust and sand, to debris and trash. Most debris, especially plastic, cannot decompose and remains in the ocean for years. Animals can become stuck in the plastic or mistake it for food, killing them over a long period of time. Animals who are most often the victims of plastic debris include turtles, dolphins, fish, sharks, crabs, sea birds, and crocodiles. As a result of the marine debris staying in the ocean for years, oxygen levels go down. When oxygen levels go down, the chances of survival of marine animals like whales, turtles, sharks, dolphins, penguins goes down. Animals that ate plastic are eaten by humans which affects human health as toxins from the animals gets deposited in the tissues of people and can lead to cancer, birth defects or other health problems.
http://www.oneworldoneocean.com/blog/entry/10-easy-ways-to-use-less-plastic
What I was taught by this site:
Buy food in glass jars and detergents in boxes. Plastic bags are dangerous to wildlife. Keep reusable bags somewhere handy so that you don’t forget them when you go to the market, grocery store, or mall. Avoid the possible hazards of plastic toxins going into your beverage. Look for items made of recycled paper which can be composted. Repair or upgrade your devices instead of buying new ones. Ask if you can get the food in your own reusable container.
http://www.exploringnature.org/db/detail.php?dbID=7&detID=3089
What I learned from this site:
Ocean debris dangerous to wildlife. Whales and dolphins eat plastic bags thinking they are squids. Sea turtles and ocean birds eat Styrofoam peanuts blocking their digestive system. Abandoned fishing nets tangle and drown thousands of seals every year. Human swimmers and divers can get tangled in nets and drown.
http://www.seaweb.org/markets/health.php
What I learned from this site:
Waste on land such as plastics and electronics are 80 percent of all marine debris.
http://www.education.noaa.gov/Ocean_and_Coasts/Ocean_Pollution.html
What I was taught by this site:
Much the trash in the ocean end up on beaches washed in with the waves and tides, some sinks, some is eaten by marine animals. Marine debris injures and kills marine life, interferes with navigation safety, and threatens human health. Oceans are polluted with marine debris. A lot of the trash and debris that covers our beaches come from storm drains and sewers, as well as from shoreline and beach activities. Abandoned or discarded fishing gear is also a problem because this trash can entangle, injure, and drown marine wildlife.