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Microplastics in water are chemically active, not inert
Original: Microplastics in water aren't inert and make damaging chemicals on their own
New research reported by Ars Technica shows microplastics floating in water are not chemically inert as long assumed. The particles generate reactive, damaging chemicals on their own, meaning they may actively degrade water quality and pose risks beyond their physical presence. The finding challenges a common assumption in how microplastic pollution is assessed.
Why now: It overturns the widespread belief that microplastics are passive pollutants, raising new concerns about drinking water safety.
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