Identify Pollution Type
Substance that floats on top of the water and can smother organisms or mat their fur+feathers.
What is oil?
Marine Debris Effects:
Physical harm or damage to environment.
Dirt and fertilizer ending up in the ocean environment.
What is particulate matter?
Oil Causes:
Oil Rigs, oil tankers, run-off
Reduces organisms immune system and reproductive system.
What is toxins?
Dissolved Nutrients Effects:
Dissolved Oxygen and Agal Bloom
Trash or waste that ends up in the ocean.
What is marine debris?
Particulate Matter Effects:
Coming from sewage and farming run-off.
What is dissolved matter?
Toxins Causes:
Antifouling paints and Pesticides