European rivers retain far more plastic than they carry to the sea, study finds
Plastic that enters the environment does not necessarily make its way to the sea via rivers. In fact, only a tiny fraction eventually reaches river mouths. Most plastic remains on land or within river systems.
Plastic that enters the environment does not necessarily make its way to the sea via rivers. In fact, only a tiny fraction eventually reaches river mouths. Most plastic remains on land or within river systems. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking student. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.
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