A study estimate suggests that around 4.8 million to __________ tonnes of plastic is dumped into the oceans annually.

11.7 million

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The correct option is B 12.7 million
A study estimate suggests that around 4.8 million to 12.7 million tonnes of plastic is dumped into the oceans annually, and floating plastic waste is accumulated in 40 per cent of the world’s oceans.

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A study estimate suggests that around 4.8 million to __________ tonnes of plastic is dumped into the oceans annually.

The correct option is B 12.7 millionA study estimate suggests that around 4.8 million to 12.7 million tonnes of plastic is dumped into the oceans annually, and floating plastic waste is accumulated in 40 per cent of the world’s oceans.

The correct option is B 12.7 million
A study estimate suggests that around 4.8 million to 12.7 million tonnes of plastic is dumped into the oceans annually, and floating plastic waste is accumulated in 40 per cent of the world’s oceans.