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Ocean Plastic Crisis Deepens | Washington DC News
New research reveals oceans contain a staggering five trillion plastic pieces—mostly microplastics—spreading from surface waters to deepest trenches. This shocking scale, confirmed through advanced modeling and global surveys, underscores how pervasive plastic pollution has become. Marine life is suffering as animals ingest plastic, causing injury or death, while toxic chemicals leach into the food chain, eventually reaching humans. Scientists stress that while the outlook is grim, precise data is vital for targeted cleanup and prevention. The call to action? Reduce single-use plastics…
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