Microplastics Becoming Measurable Part of Ocean’s Carbon Cycle

From 9 to 14 million metric tons of plastic enters the ocean every year. Microplastics – ranging from 1 micron to 5 millimeters – make up most of the plastic pieces found.Most research has focused on surface waters, usually sampling just the top 15 to 50 centimeters using net tows…

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