Over 20 million tons of plastic are estimated to end up in the environment every year, with much of it breaking down into microplastics that are harmful to the health of humans and wildlife. Biodegradable & bio-based plastics made from organic material are often touted as more sustainable alternatives, but until now, scientists haven't had the tools to assess the impact of biodegradable plastics that are not disposed of properly
https://phys.org/news/2024-10-biodegradable-microplastics-quantify-climate-ecotoxicity.html
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