BRAINLIEST AND 50 POINTS - writing assesment
create a DRAFT based on the below information, please look for sources to get mroe information as well and include links for the at the bottom, actual formatting doesnt matter its just a drafct, punctuation and spelling dont matter much as long as its understandable.


Environmental issue: Plastic pollution
Questions for research paper:
1. What is plastic pollution and how is it caused?
2. What are the negative impacts of plastic pollution on the environment?
3. How does plastic pollution affect wildlife?
4. What are the economic impacts of plastic pollution?
5. What are the health impacts of plastic pollution on humans?


Two specific details on the severity of the concern:
1. It is estimated that by 2050, there will be more plastic than fish in the world's oceans (National Geographic).
2. Plastic pollution affects over 800 marine species, and can cause entanglement, ingestion, and suffocation (Live Science).
Two applicable solutions:
1. Implementing policies and regulations on plastic use and disposal, such as plastic bag bans and fees (National Geographic).
2. Encouraging the use of biodegradable and compostable alternatives to single-use plastics (Wired).
Two action steps towards the solutions:
1. Individuals can reduce their plastic footprint by using reusable bags, water bottles, and utensils, and avoiding single-use plastics (Live Science).
2. Supporting companies and initiatives that promote sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices, such as those that use bioplastics and promote recycling (National Geographic).