Diego A Moreno

Microplastics Are Everywhere — From Our Oceans to Our Own Bodies. Plastic pollution is no longer just an environmental problem. It has become a growing concern for ecosystems, wildlife and human health. Microplastics are tiny plastic fragments measuring 5 millimeters or less. They form when larger plastic products break down or are manufactured at microscopic sizes. Today, these particles have been found almost everywhere on Earth — from the deepest oceans to the highest mountains, in the air we breathe and the water we drink. Marine animals often mistake plastic particles for food, while these pollutants can also carry heavy metals and other harmful contaminants through the food chain. Even more concerning, microplastics have been detected in human blood, lungs, kidneys and placentas. Scientists are still investigating the full extent of their effects on human health. The scale of plastic pollution is enormous. Global plastic production has increased dramatically, while only a small fraction of all plastic ever produced has been recycled. Reducing single-use plastics, improving waste management and preventing plastic pollution at its source are essential steps toward protecting our planet. The plastic we throw away doesn't simply disappear. It breaks down, spreads and becomes part of the environment we all depend on. @Raihanul_C #Microplastics #PlasticPollution #OceanConservation #Environment #ClimateAction #Sustainability ecowatch.com/microplastics-f…