Question

how many massive ocean garbage patches are there?

5
1
2
6

Explanation:

Identify the core question

The question asks for the number of massive ocean garbage patches located across the globe.

Analyze ocean gyres and garbage accumulation

Garbage patches form in the center of major rotating ocean currents called gyres, which draw debris in. There are five major subtropical gyres in the world's oceans:

1. North Pacific Gyre (home to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch)
2. South Pacific Gyre
3. North Atlantic Gyre
4. South Atlantic Gyre
5. Indian Ocean Gyre

Determine the total count

Each of these five major gyres contains a massive accumulation of marine debris, resulting in exactly 5 major ocean garbage patches.

Answer:

• (A) 5 (Correct answer)
• (B) 1
• (C) 2
• (D) 6