Microplastic Contamination Found In Water Bottle Caps

A pile of plastic water bottle caps highlighted by a red glow, symbolizing the microplastic contamination issue.

Microplastics are tiny particles of plastic often invisible to the naked eye. They present a growing concern for public health and environmental sustainability. A recent study published in the Journal of Water and Health highlights a surprising source of microplastics: the simple act of opening and closing a plastic water bottle. Friction caused by the … Read more