Question

marine debris typically ________
a. sickens, injures, or kills marine animals
b. improves water quality
c. is not a problem for marine organisms
d. originates from landlocked sources

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Marine debris (ocean trash) harms marine life via ingestion, entanglement, or toxicity. It degrades water quality, is a major threat to marine organisms, and mostly comes from coastal/near-land sources, not landlocked areas.

Answer:

a. sickens, injures, or kills marine animals