Body Paragraph 4- Write your fourth research question
Write Claim #4- one reason to support your thesis
Use Evidence: What evidence will you use to support this statement?
(Evidence can be a quote, paraphrase, example, fact, literary connection, etc.)
Source:
Write your Analysis: Explain what this evidence means for your topic. How does it support your claim?
(Topic: Were you aware that human actions are inflicting the ecosystems of our world irreparable harm?)
(First research question: In what way is global warming impacted by deforestation?)
(Second research question: What effects does pollution have on marine life in our seas?)
(Third research question: What role does overfishing play in the depletion of marine environments?)
Research Question: How does plastic pollution in the oceans affect marine ecosystems?
Claim #4: Plastic pollution in the oceans leads to the entanglement and ingestion of marine animals, causing harm to their populations.
Evidence: According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, "Entanglement in and ingestion of marine debris can cause injury and death to marine organisms, either through direct physical trauma, internal injuries, reduced feeding efficiency, or death by starvation."
Analysis: This evidence demonstrates that plastic pollution in the oceans is directly harmful to marine life. Animals such as sea turtles, seals, and seabirds often mistake plastic debris for food, leading to internal injuries or death. Additionally, animals can become entangled in larger pieces of plastic, such as fishing nets, resulting in physical harm or reduced feeding efficiency. Overall, the presence of plastic pollution in the oceans is detrimental to marine ecosystems and contributes to their degradation.