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Why is plastic so bad in the ocean?

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A - Sea creatures eat it and they get sick and can die

B - Swimming in rubbish is disgusting

C - Plastic can get caught on animals and make them drown

D - Plastic gets into the whole ecosystem

E - All of the above

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A measurement of weight that is equal to 1,000 kilograms. It would take about 12-15 regular adults to weigh as much as a tonne!

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A huge whale with a large head that has a section in it which contains oil. Sperm whales used to be hunted for this oil, which was used to make candles and ointments (e.g. medicine). Sperm whales can hold their breath for up to an hour, and feed on squid, octopus, and fish deep in the ocean.

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Relating to or found in the ocean.

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