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CONT WORLD ISSUES: PLASTICS AND MICROPLASTICS: REF HB

Environment & Sustainability

Humanities & Social Sciences

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<P>Beginning with a history of plastic-from the first scientific discovery of the material to its diversity of forms and uses in the present day-this book discusses the history and evolution of plastic and its many uses, both in the United States and around the world. Importantly, it delves into the problems and controversies concerning plastic and microplastics, such as the pollution of oceans, rivers, and streams; its exceptionally long shelf life; its contribution to air pollution; and ingestion of microplastics by marine life. One of the most valuable aspects of the book is its survey of the history of plastics and microplastics conducted in a manner that helps readers to identify key issues to address. Moreover, it discusses both implemented and proposed solutions. A perspectives chapter includes a broad range of voices, allowing crucial, diverse perspectives to round out the author’s expertise.</P>

Plastics and Microplastics

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Front Cover.
Half Title Page.
Recent Titles in the Contemporary World Issues Series.
Other Frontmatter.
Title Page.
Copyright Page.
Contents.
Preface.
Other Frontmatter.
1: Background and History.
2: Problems, Controversies, and Solutions.
Perspectives.
3: Environmental Education That Empowers Students.
4: Microplastics and Plankton.
5: Microplastics Are Everywhere: Threatening the Health of the Planet and Future of Humanity.
6: How to Be More Eco-Conscious.
7: Biological Recycling of Polyethylene Shopping Bags.
8: Impacts of Plastic on Sea Turtles.
9: What Is the True Cost of Microplastic Pollution on Our Health?.
10: Small Town Makes Big Impact.
11: Environmental Hazards of Bottled Water.
12: The Reckoning.
13: Profiles.
Data and Documents.
14: Data.
15: Documents.
16: Resources.
17: Chronology.
Glossary.
Index.
About the Author.

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