World Food & Plastic Pollution Lecture

Seven question-and-answer flashcards covering plastic bag statistics, environmental impact, word-building prefixes, and Osaka’s food culture.

How many plastic bags are used worldwide each minute?

About 1 million plastic bags per minute.

Approximately how large is the Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch?

Roughly 5 million square kilometres—more than twice the size of the USA.

How long does it take for a single plastic bag to disintegrate?

More than 1,000 years, and it never completely disappears.

Which prefix in English word-building means “again”?

The prefix “re-” means “again.”

Which Japanese city invented both sushi and instant noodles in 1958?

Osaka.

What does the Osaka expression “kuidaore” mean?

It means “eat until you are bankrupt,” reflecting locals’ love of spending on food.

Why is ocean plastic deadly for marine animals?

They can die by eating it, becoming entangled in it, or feeding it to their young.