How Long Does it Last?

Abstract

Monofilament Fishing Line A) Undetermined D) A few weeks B) More than 50 years C) 1 to 50 years Test your knowledge on how long it takes for each item to decompose in the ocean? To estimate degradation time, enter either an A, B, C, or D in the space below each item (use the estimated degradation times shown at the bottom of the page). Degradation times (letters) may be used more than once. Visit www.marinelife.org/fletch for answers.