The Hidden Microplastics in Your Kitchen and Food
TL;DR
Microplastics are tiny plastic particles less than 5mm in size, with nanoplastics smaller than 1 micrometer that can penetrate cells, posing health risks. They are comparable in size to grains of sand or human hair and are ubiquitous in the environment, raising concerns about their impact on human health and ecosystems.
Topics:businessenvironment#environment#health-risks#microplastics#nanoplastics#pollution#size-comparison
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