Growth of Ocean ‘Garbage Patch’ Alarms Experts


	Growth of Ocean ‘Garbage Patch’ Alarms Experts

brightlight4

8-28-2009 5:35 PM

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8-28-2009 10:00 PM

kareval

Can someone explain why cleaning up this mess isn't a priority? This is a disgrace.

8-29-2009 4:54 AM

brightlight4

Plastic should be banned!!!

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