Microplastics pass through earthworms without accumulating in body tissues, study shows

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May 5, 2026, 5:00 pm212 ptsTop
As much as 40 million metric tons of microplastics are released into the environment globally every year. These tiny pieces of plastic come from larger plastic items that break down or are shed by products such as clothing, paints, and cosmetics.

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