Microplastic destroys cell walls and weakens the body's defense, European scientists found out
A microplastic that enters the body of animals, destroys the cell walls and weakens the protective properties of the body, a group of European scientists led by biologists from the University of West Anglia (Bristol) found out.
Scientists have conducted a series of experiments on rotifers - tiny inhabitants of fresh water. It turned out that those rotifers with microplastic in their bodies survive by 30–40% worse in toxin-polluted water.
Scientists suggest that microplastic has a similar effect on organisms of more complex creatures, including humans. In this study, scientists first studied the effect of microplastic on the body at the molecular level.
Microplastic formed from ordinary plastic debris. Durable polymers that make up the plastic, in nature do not completely dissolve.
Yesterday the European Parliament approved a ban on the use of disposable plastic products, which will come into force in 2021. Under the ban will fall all disposable plastic utensils, tubes for beverages, disposable food containers and other plastic products. In addition, by 2030 more than 50% of all plastic will be processed in the EU.
A microplastic that enters the body of animals, destroys the cell walls and weakens the protective properties of the body, a group of European scientists led by biologists from the University of West Anglia (Bristol) found out.
Scientists have conducted a series of experiments on rotifers - tiny inhabitants of fresh water. It turned out that those rotifers with microplastic in their bodies survive by 30–40% worse in toxin-polluted water.
Scientists suggest that microplastic has a similar effect on organisms of more complex creatures, including humans. In this study, scientists first studied the effect of microplastic on the body at the molecular level.
Microplastic formed from ordinary plastic debris. Durable polymers that make up the plastic, in nature do not completely dissolve.
Yesterday the European Parliament approved a ban on the use of disposable plastic products, which will come into force in 2021. Under the ban will fall all disposable plastic utensils, tubes for beverages, disposable food containers and other plastic products. In addition, by 2030 more than 50% of all plastic will be processed in the EU.
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