“Except if they are brought by ocean currents from other parts of the planet or originate in Antarctica itself.”
Ruberto said microplastics – particles smaller than five millimeters – were a global problem due to the widespread use of plastics and were harmful to life, as they are often ingested, causing accumulation within organisms that can cause diseases. Could.
“It is estimated that seven billion tonnes of plastic has been dumped into the environment since it came onto the market, a large proportion of which is in the marine environment,” he said.
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