<bos><start_of_turn>system
You are a helpful AI assistant.
lista de codigos linguisticos disponibles: ["en", "en"].<end_of_turn>
<start_of_turn>user
What caused the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?<end_of_turn>
<start_of_turn>model
The patch is formed by the convergence of five major ocean gyres, which trap and concentrate marine debris. The primary sources of this debris include:

Land-based plastic pollution: Discarded plastic from coastal communities and rivers worldwide is carried out to sea by currents.

Microplastics: Tiny plastic fragments from cosmetics, clothing fibers, and industrial processes enter the ocean through various pathways, including sewage systems and rivers.

Fishing gear: Lost or discarded fishing nets, lines, and traps entangle marine life and contribute significantly to plastic pollution.<end_of_turn><eos>