How old is that microplastic? A new way to estimate the age of microplastics in the upper ocean
Envirotec Magazine
MAY 16, 2023
Researchers have developed a new way to estimate the age of microplastics found in the upper oceans. The method involves a combination of analyzing plastic oxidation levels with environmental factors such as UV exposure and ambient temperature. As plastic waste is exposed to the elements they eventually break down and fragment.
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