Microplastics exist in our oceans from the Arctic to the Antarctic. Polluting the ocean with plastics creates these microplastics that are so durable they do not break down into organic materials. The video points out that scientists just recently began to study the effects on ocean wildlife.

Concepts

ocean habitats, ocean pollution, plastic

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Continue researching the effects of microplastics in the ocean after viewing the video
• Identify additional types of pollution affecting wildlife in the ocean

Classroom Considerations

• Format the screen so pupils only see the video and not the comments as they may not be appropriate

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Memorable animations help explain the concept
• Short length maintains viewers' attention

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 RST.9-10.7