Environmental Science
The Impact of Microplastics on Marine Food Webs
Quick fact
Microplastics have been detected in over 220 marine species, from zooplankton to whales, and are found in 90% of seabirds globally.
Why this is interesting
Every time you wash your clothes, drive a car, or open a plastic container, tiny particles are released into the ocean—and these specks are now found in the fish on your plate. How did they get there?