Our oceans are face with pollution that affects ocean life, including plants and sea creatures. Once contaminated by these pollution sources, delicate ecosystems are forever disrupted. The different types of pollution that affects our oceans are oil spills, dumping, sewage, agricultural runoffs and sunscreens worn by beach goers and swimmers.
Pollution in the ocean is
a major problem that is affecting the ocean and the rest of the Earth, too. Pollution in the ocean directly affects ocean organisms and indirectly affects human health and resources. Oil spills, toxic wastes, and dumping of other harmful materials are all major sources of pollution in the ocean. People should learn more about these because if people know more about pollution in the ocean, then they will know more about how to stop pollution. The oceans, and the challenges they face, are so vast that it’s easy to feel powerless to protect them. As an environmentalist I strongly believe that there are several actions that everyone can take to protect and conserve the vital resource. What fish should and should not be eaten; how and where to vacation; storm drains and driveway run-off; protecting local water tables; proper diving, surfing, and tide pool etiquette; and supporting local marine education. As citizens we all need to look at what can be done to stir the waters of seemingly daunting issues such as toxic pollutant runoff; protecting wetlands and sanctuaries; keeping oil rigs off shore; saving reef environments; and replenishing fish reserves.
References
1. http://library.thinkquest.org/CR0215471/ocean_pollution.htm
2. http://greenliving.lovetoknow.com/Types_of_Ocean_Pollution