The various obvious and less obvious forms of plastic pollution and its effect on human health and the environment

A look into some origins and consumer use of plastic and its potential to change the dynamics of matter and environments, which consequentially impacts the natural characteristics of living and non-living components.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of this article is to inform the reader of the global scientific debate about plastic pollution and some counter arguments. The reader is sensitised for the contribution of plastic pollution to the discourses on climate change and ocean and environmental sustainability.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. The obvious and less obvious forms of plastic pollution in our daily lives.

2. Areas of knowledge that need more scientific scrutiny.
3. A look into possible mitigation measures that has a more holistic approach.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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