Healthy Seas' Microplastics Breakout
In a world where the oceans are in serious trouble, due to a hidden danger—microplastics—a new hero needs to step up and tackle this problem. As the delicate balance of marine ecosystems hangs in the balance, the call to action echoes louder than ever before. Embark on a journey of discovery and enlightenment as you step into the shoes of our fearless protagonist, Dr. Aqua, the Ocean Microplastic Avenger. Your mission: to unravel the mysteries shrouding this pervasive problem, educate the masses, and spearhead the search for sustainable solutions. Through knowledge and determination, you will pave the way towards a cleaner, healthier future for our precious blue planet. Are you ready to dive in and become the ultimate ocean microplastic expert? Embark on your quest now and let the waves of change begin!
GO!
How to play
01 Quiz
02 Find!
Collect the numbers you get at the end of each of the two challenges, and enter them in order in the final section when you will be asked a password to finish the game.
QUIZ
start
QUIZ
question 1/8
What size do we refer to when talking about microplastics?
Anything that is invisible to the human eye
Anything under 1cm in length
Anything under 5mm in length
QUIZ
Explanation: The usual definition for microplastics is anything under 5mm in length. Primary microplastics are the ones that originally have this size, like textile fibers and particles used in cosmetics. Secondary microplastics are particles that result from the breakdown of larger plastic items, such as water bottles.
next
QUIZ
question 2/8
What seems to be the two main sources of microplastics?
Textile fibers from clothing & particles from tires.
Cosmetics and straws
Coffee pods
QUIZ
Explanation: About 8% of European microplastics released to oceans are from synthetic textiles — globally, this figure is estimated at 16-35%. According to a study from 2020, 78% of microplastics in the ocean come from tyres. Car tyres are made from around 24% synthetic rubber - a variation of plastic made using petroleum by-products - that breaks down as the vehicles travel.
NEXT
QUIZ
QUESTION 3/8
What are the best practices to reduce microplastics from our laundry?
Dust off your clothing before inserting in the washing machine.
Install a washing machine filter and try to wash your clothes less.
Wash at high temperature to destroy all microplastics.
QUIZ
Explanation: The easiest thing you can do to minimise microfibres releasing from your clothing is to simply wash your clothes less. Ask yourself if that item really needs to be washed or can it be worn once or twice more before you do?
Tumble drying laundry also releases vast amounts of possibly harmful microfibres into the air.
NEXT
QUIZ
QUESTION 4/8
How many fibers do you think are released in a single washing cycle from one piece of clothing?
Up to 300 fibers
Around 20 pieces
Up to 2000 fibers
QUIZ
Explanation: In an average washing cycle of a synthetic piece of clothing (such as polyester), up to 2000 plastic fibers can be released.
NEXT
QUIZ
QUESTION 5/8
What do you believe are the primary challenges posed by the increasing presence of microplastics in the oceans?
They are a danger for marine life but they can also end up in our food/waste systems.
They can be a danger for ships and cruises as they get into the engines
They don't affect much as they are very small compared to the ocean
QUIZ
Explanation: Microplastics pose multiple dangers, increasingly discovered each day. They can be ingested by marine animals and humans through food or water, disrupting endocrine and reproductive processes and gut health. Additionally, they impact phytoplankton growth and photosynthetic activity, as well as cloud formation processes, affecting weather patterns.
NEXT
GREAT!
THE FIRST PART OF YOUR SECRET PASSWORD IS:
70
Make a note for when you will be asked the password!
CONTINUE
QUIZ
Wrong!
TRY AGAIN
FIND!
From among all the statements you discover,click only on the correct ones
START
CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 6/8
At sea with the sun plastic disapear quickly
You can drag the light to search through the darkness
Plastic can take up to 500 years to decompose.
Only 1% of the plastic produced in the world ends up in the ocean.
Microplastics are too small to affect animals.
CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 7/8
A portion of the carbon from the plastic at sea is consumed by marine bacteria, leading to their faster reproduction.
Microplastics are only a problem in the ocean not on land
You can drag the light to search through the darkness
Microplastics cannot get into the digestive systems of humans of animals
RIGHT!
The waste water systems that clean our waste water can filter microplastics.
Microplastics can be easily and completly filtered with water filters.
CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 8/8
Eating plastics stresses sea-floor creatures making them less productive and affecting the whole ecosystem
Microplastics have no effects if they end up in the soil.
You can drag the light to search through the darkness
RIGHT!
Microplastics are a recent problem so it's too early to worry for their presence.
At the moment microplastic presence in the ocean is limited to coastal areas near big cities.
Our daily habits have no impact on the reduction of microplastics.
GREAT!
THE SECOND PART OF YOUR SECRET CODE IS:
92
In the next window, insert the first part of the password from the previous mission, and this, together, to finish!
GO TO PASSWORD!
You have reached the last step... Enter the password!
Enter password
Check out some hopeful research for the future!!
While microplastics are indeed a significant problem, researchers worldwide are actively studying and learning about them every day.
The most important thing we can do is to reduce consumption, buy fewer products, and be mindful of how often we wash our clothing. Reusing existing clothing, borrowing, or purchasing secondhand, and recycling afterward are all impactful actions.
Additionally, you can make a difference by becoming an activist for a cause you care about, or by pursuing careers in environmentalism, science, sustainable farming, or design. By embracing sustainable practices in various fields, you can contribute to building a brighter future where solutions to environmental challenges are plentiful. Together, we can make a positive impact on our planet's health and well-being!
Sources for the quiz
Who we are
About the Healthy Seas Foundation
Healthy Seas is a foundation committed to marine conservation and removing marine litter, especially fishing nets, to foster healthier seas and repurpose waste into innovative products.
Within our comprehensive approach to ocean conservation, an integral component involves educational outreach. In our commitment to education, we actively engage children of various ages through captivating presentations and hands-on activities focused on marine conservation and the impact of marine litter. Additionally, we provide an immersive virtual reality experience, allowing young minds to explore as divers the underwater world and understand the importance of preserving our seas for future generations.
Beyond education, our pillars encompass cleanups and prevention.
In collaboration with volunteer divers and fishermen, we've successfully reclaimed over 991 tons of waste globally. Our reach spans from the US to Korea, involving 150 partners and 550 dedicated volunteers.
www.healthyseas.org
Sources
Sources
- Question 1 - Sources: Should I worry about microplastics? - The Guardian + Microplastics - National Geographic
- Question 2 - Source: Toxic tyre dust: This source of microplastic pollution could be the worst of all - Euronews + Our clothes shed microfibres – here’s what we can do… -Fashion Revolution + Microplastics from textiles: towards a circular economy for textiles in Europe - EEA
- Question 3 – Source: Our clothes shed microfibres – here’s what we can do…- Fashion Revolution + Tumble drying laundry can worsen air pollution, as it releases... Open Acces Government
- Question 4 – Source: AntropOcéano, Cristina Romera Castillo, Espasa (Sapanish Book).
- Question 5 – Source: AntropOcéano, Cristina Romera Castillo, Espasa (Sapanish Book) + ‘They’re in the air, drinking water, dust, food …’ How to reduce your exposure to microplastics - The Guardian
- Question 6 – Source: Microplastic-eating plankton may be worsening crisis in oceans, say scientists - The Guardian
- Question 7 – Source: AntropOcéano, Cristina Romera Castillo, Espasa (Spanish Book)
- Question 8 – Source: The Climate Book, Greta Thunberg (book)
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Healthy Seas' Microplastics Breakout
In a world where the oceans are in serious trouble, due to a hidden danger—microplastics—a new hero needs to step up and tackle this problem. As the delicate balance of marine ecosystems hangs in the balance, the call to action echoes louder than ever before. Embark on a journey of discovery and enlightenment as you step into the shoes of our fearless protagonist, Dr. Aqua, the Ocean Microplastic Avenger. Your mission: to unravel the mysteries shrouding this pervasive problem, educate the masses, and spearhead the search for sustainable solutions. Through knowledge and determination, you will pave the way towards a cleaner, healthier future for our precious blue planet. Are you ready to dive in and become the ultimate ocean microplastic expert? Embark on your quest now and let the waves of change begin!
GO!
How to play
01 Quiz
02 Find!
Collect the numbers you get at the end of each of the two challenges, and enter them in order in the final section when you will be asked a password to finish the game.
QUIZ
start
QUIZ
question 1/8
What size do we refer to when talking about microplastics?
Anything that is invisible to the human eye
Anything under 1cm in length
Anything under 5mm in length
QUIZ
Explanation: The usual definition for microplastics is anything under 5mm in length. Primary microplastics are the ones that originally have this size, like textile fibers and particles used in cosmetics. Secondary microplastics are particles that result from the breakdown of larger plastic items, such as water bottles.
next
QUIZ
question 2/8
What seems to be the two main sources of microplastics?
Textile fibers from clothing & particles from tires.
Cosmetics and straws
Coffee pods
QUIZ
Explanation: About 8% of European microplastics released to oceans are from synthetic textiles — globally, this figure is estimated at 16-35%. According to a study from 2020, 78% of microplastics in the ocean come from tyres. Car tyres are made from around 24% synthetic rubber - a variation of plastic made using petroleum by-products - that breaks down as the vehicles travel.
NEXT
QUIZ
QUESTION 3/8
What are the best practices to reduce microplastics from our laundry?
Dust off your clothing before inserting in the washing machine.
Install a washing machine filter and try to wash your clothes less.
Wash at high temperature to destroy all microplastics.
QUIZ
Explanation: The easiest thing you can do to minimise microfibres releasing from your clothing is to simply wash your clothes less. Ask yourself if that item really needs to be washed or can it be worn once or twice more before you do? Tumble drying laundry also releases vast amounts of possibly harmful microfibres into the air.
NEXT
QUIZ
QUESTION 4/8
How many fibers do you think are released in a single washing cycle from one piece of clothing?
Up to 300 fibers
Around 20 pieces
Up to 2000 fibers
QUIZ
Explanation: In an average washing cycle of a synthetic piece of clothing (such as polyester), up to 2000 plastic fibers can be released.
NEXT
QUIZ
QUESTION 5/8
What do you believe are the primary challenges posed by the increasing presence of microplastics in the oceans?
They are a danger for marine life but they can also end up in our food/waste systems.
They can be a danger for ships and cruises as they get into the engines
They don't affect much as they are very small compared to the ocean
QUIZ
Explanation: Microplastics pose multiple dangers, increasingly discovered each day. They can be ingested by marine animals and humans through food or water, disrupting endocrine and reproductive processes and gut health. Additionally, they impact phytoplankton growth and photosynthetic activity, as well as cloud formation processes, affecting weather patterns.
NEXT
GREAT!
THE FIRST PART OF YOUR SECRET PASSWORD IS:
70
Make a note for when you will be asked the password!
CONTINUE
QUIZ
Wrong!
TRY AGAIN
FIND!
From among all the statements you discover,click only on the correct ones
START
CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 6/8
At sea with the sun plastic disapear quickly
You can drag the light to search through the darkness
Plastic can take up to 500 years to decompose.
Only 1% of the plastic produced in the world ends up in the ocean.
Microplastics are too small to affect animals.
CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 7/8
A portion of the carbon from the plastic at sea is consumed by marine bacteria, leading to their faster reproduction.
Microplastics are only a problem in the ocean not on land
You can drag the light to search through the darkness
Microplastics cannot get into the digestive systems of humans of animals
RIGHT!
The waste water systems that clean our waste water can filter microplastics.
Microplastics can be easily and completly filtered with water filters.
CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 8/8
Eating plastics stresses sea-floor creatures making them less productive and affecting the whole ecosystem
Microplastics have no effects if they end up in the soil.
You can drag the light to search through the darkness
RIGHT!
Microplastics are a recent problem so it's too early to worry for their presence.
At the moment microplastic presence in the ocean is limited to coastal areas near big cities.
Our daily habits have no impact on the reduction of microplastics.
GREAT!
THE SECOND PART OF YOUR SECRET CODE IS:
92
In the next window, insert the first part of the password from the previous mission, and this, together, to finish!
GO TO PASSWORD!
You have reached the last step... Enter the password!
Enter password
Check out some hopeful research for the future!!
While microplastics are indeed a significant problem, researchers worldwide are actively studying and learning about them every day. The most important thing we can do is to reduce consumption, buy fewer products, and be mindful of how often we wash our clothing. Reusing existing clothing, borrowing, or purchasing secondhand, and recycling afterward are all impactful actions. Additionally, you can make a difference by becoming an activist for a cause you care about, or by pursuing careers in environmentalism, science, sustainable farming, or design. By embracing sustainable practices in various fields, you can contribute to building a brighter future where solutions to environmental challenges are plentiful. Together, we can make a positive impact on our planet's health and well-being!
Sources for the quiz
Who we are
About the Healthy Seas Foundation
Healthy Seas is a foundation committed to marine conservation and removing marine litter, especially fishing nets, to foster healthier seas and repurpose waste into innovative products. Within our comprehensive approach to ocean conservation, an integral component involves educational outreach. In our commitment to education, we actively engage children of various ages through captivating presentations and hands-on activities focused on marine conservation and the impact of marine litter. Additionally, we provide an immersive virtual reality experience, allowing young minds to explore as divers the underwater world and understand the importance of preserving our seas for future generations. Beyond education, our pillars encompass cleanups and prevention. In collaboration with volunteer divers and fishermen, we've successfully reclaimed over 991 tons of waste globally. Our reach spans from the US to Korea, involving 150 partners and 550 dedicated volunteers. www.healthyseas.org
Sources
Sources
Back to Healthy Seas