Shocking Study Reveals How Oceans Release Microplastics Into the Atmosphere

Shocking Study Reveals How Oceans Release Microplastics Into the Atmosphere

Microplastic wastes can be found in marine environments and far-off places worldwide.

Per research spearheaded by Dr Barbara Scholz-Bottcher associated with the University of Oldenburg, these particles originate on the land. Still, they are released into the atmosphere once again via the sea.

To reach the Arctic area, the researchers reportedly collected air samples from several key points along the coast of Norway. The most recent publication of the findings is in the academic journal Nature...

https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/shocking-study-reveals-how-oceans-release-microplastics-into-the-atmosphere/

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