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Plastic pollution collected in the Great Lakes. Microplastics can start out small, or break down over time from larger pieces of plastic, like clothing, water bottles, plastic bags, cigarette butts and construction foam.

Scientists want microplastics monitored in the Great Lakes. Now, it’s up to the US and Canada

Ellie Katz January 23, 2025

Scientists want the U.S. and Canada to designate microplastics as a “chemical of mutual concern.”The recommendation is part of a...

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