Officials target microplastics. What exactly are they? How do they get into the body?
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US federal environment and health officials are targeting microplastics, tiny fragments that can be inhaled or consumed and have unknown health effects. The administration wants to learn more about the toxicity of microplastics and how to measure their effects in people.
Microplastics are small fragments that can be found everywhere, including in the air, food, and water. They are created when larger plastics break down into smaller pieces. The US administration has announced a national program to study microplastics in the human body and drinking water. Officials want to learn more about the health effects of microplastics and how to remove them safely. Microplastics can be as small as 0.1 micrometers, which is smaller than the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. They can be inhaled or consumed with food and drink, and have become a part of the water cycle.
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