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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.
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