How Do the Microplastics in Marine Snow Impact the Ocean?
A new study shows that microplastics in marine snow may reduce the ability of the ocean to help offset the climate crisis.
Source: northeastern.edu
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A new study shows that microplastics in marine snow may reduce the ability of the ocean to help offset the climate crisis.
Washington, May 20 (Prensa Latina) Carbon in the ocean is captured as terrestrial plants take CO2 and store it in the soil; however, the microplastics present today at the bottom of the sea reduce the capacity of this process.
Potentially harmful chemical byproducts are left behind, research finds
An estimated 4-10 million tons of plastic enter the ocean each year. Researchers have examined what happens when these plastics break down.