Summary
Scientists say the crab's growth shows how plastic can affect marine life.
Too much plastic in the water makes it hard for animals to find safe homes.
We can help by using less plastic and picking up litter.
Key Points
4 points1
The crab's body grew larger than the plastic shell could hold.
2
Plastic shells are not natural and can trap or limit animals.
3
Ocean plastic comes from waste that does not disappear quickly.
4
Cleaning up plastic helps crabs and other sea animals stay safe.
New Words to Learn
4 wordsmarine
connected to the ocean
plastic
a sturdy material made by people that lasts a long time
ecosystem
all the plants and animals living together in one place
pollution
trash or harmful substances that damage the environment
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