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Ocean Currents

Large rivers of water moving through the ocean, important for climate balance and marine life.

Surface Currents

Ocean currents in the upper 400 meters driven by wind patterns.

Deep Water Currents

Ocean currents caused by differences in temperature and salinity affecting water density.

Plastic Garbage Patch

An area of the ocean where plastic accumulates due to currents, harming marine life.

Great Pacific Garbage Patch

The most well-known plastic garbage patch, located between Hawaii and California.

Microplastics

Small plastic pieces formed from larger plastic debris that can enter the food chain.

Non-renewable Energies

Energy sources that cannot be replenished within a human lifetime.

Renewable Energies

Energy sources that are naturally replenished and do not deplete over time.

Fossil Fuels

Natural substances like coal, oil, and natural gas used for energy.

Solar Energy

Energy harnessed from the sun using solar panels.

Wind Energy

Energy generated by wind turbines.

Hydroelectric Energy

Energy produced from water flow, often harnessed at dams.

Geothermal Energy

Heat extracted from the Earth's interior for energy use.

Biomass

Energy derived from plant and animal waste.

Environmental Impact of Plastics

Plastics cause long-term pollution and harm marine and human life.

Cleanup Challenges

The difficulties and expenses associated with removing plastics from the ocean.