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What is the other name for Trash Island in Pacific ocean?

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Pacific Dustbin

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Pacific Patch

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Great Pacific Garbage Patch

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Dirty Pacific Patch

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The correct option is C Great Pacific Garbage Patch
Great Pacific Garbage Patch, also known as Trash Island, is the spot in Pacific Ocean where garbage is dumped in huge amount.

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