The table in the picture (click on it) shows the types and amounts of trash collected in 2007 and at the August 22nd, 2009 beach clean up. While there are many factors that can impact beach conditions, it’s still interesting to note some of the increases we have witnessed with respect to glass containers, plastic beverage bottles, food wrappers, cigarettes, Styrofoam and pieces of plastic.
Think about that the next time you go to the beach with these kinds of items and remember: “Most polymers like plastic and Styrofoam just break down into smaller pieces – they never really leave the environment.” They are also bad for pets and birds that try to eat them; and they are manufactured with petroleum.
Think about that the next time you go to the beach with these kinds of items and remember: “Most polymers like plastic and Styrofoam just break down into smaller pieces – they never really leave the environment.” They are also bad for pets and birds that try to eat them; and they are manufactured with petroleum.
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