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Ocean Pollution: Oceans, which account for 70 percent of the surface of our planet, play a pivotal role in the health of our planet and those who inhabit it. Unfortunately, our oceans are polluted. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, billions of pounds of trash and other pollutants enter our oceans every year. The monumental impacts of this are far-reaching. In this post, we’re taking a closer look at the various causes of ocean pollution, its effects and the steps we can take to combat it. Causes of Ocean Pollution: There are many causes of ocean pollution. Of all the facts, there is one constant: most pollution in our oceans begins on land and is caused by humans. Here are some of the major causes of marine pollution. Nonpoint source pollution (Runoff): Nonpoint source pollution comes from a variety of different locations and sources. The result of this is runoff, which occurs when rain or snow moves pollutants from the ground into the ocean. For instanc...