Biology 5090 · O Level · Effects of humans on ecosystems

Effects of humans on ecosystems — practice question

(a)[2]

Calculate the estimated total mass of plastic pollution that entered the ocean in 2020.

(b(i))[2]

Identify the process in which microorganisms break down larger carbohydrate molecules and name one microorganism involved.

(b(ii))[7]

Describe the damaging effects that non-biodegradable plastics have on both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.

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This 11-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: 11.01 million tonnes (roughly $1.1 \times 10^7$ tonnes)

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