Our dependence on plastics, particularly plastic packaging, has generated an enormous amount of plastic waste that is accumulating in the oceans at an alarming rate. A new study by Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ, Ltd. Estimates that by 2040, if current trends continue, the amount of plastic waste released globally into the oceans will triple to nearly 32 million tons per year. According to Pew, this is the equivalent of dumping 110 pounds of plastic on every meter of coastline around the world. Plastic waste in the environment persists for hundreds to thousands of years and creates serious risks for wildlife, their habitats, and humans.
Why does the author use the transition, particularly, in this passage?
to show similarity
to illustrate difference
to create cohesion between sections
to present a specific example
The author uses the transition "particularly" in this passage to emphasize the specific aspect of the problem being discussed, which is the dependence on plastic packaging. By using "particularly," the author indicates that while there are other forms of plastics contributing to the issue, plastic packaging is of significant concern.
Our dependence on plastics, particularly plastic packaging, has generated an enormous amount of plastic waste that is accumulating in the oceans at an alarming rate. A new study by Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ, Ltd. Estimates that by 2040, if current trends continue, the amount of plastic waste released globally into the oceans will triple to nearly 32 million tons per year. According to Pew, this is the equivalent of dumping 110 pounds of plastic on every meter of coastline around the world. Plastic waste in the environment persists for hundreds to thousands of years and creates serious risks for wildlife, their habitats, and humans.
Why does the author use the transition, particularly, in this passage?
A) to show similarity
B) to illustrate difference
C) to create cohesion between sections
D) to present a specific example