What type of marine pollution creates massive ecological dead zones known as the "Great Pacific Garbage Patch"?

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A Thermal pollution from power plants
B Microplastics and macroplastic debris
C Industrial chemical spills
D Natural oil seepage

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Answer: B. Microplastics and macroplastic debris

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• Explanation: B is correct because millions of tonnes of discarded plastic accumulate in ocean gyres, breaking down into toxic microplastics.

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What type of marine pollution creates massive ecological dead zones known as the "Great Pacific Garbage Patch"?

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