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Microplastics could cause problems in high Alpine regions

Microplastics have been found in some high Alpine regions. Researchers are trying to find out how big the problem is.

Microplastic pollution has been found in high Alpine regions in south-east Switzerland. Researchers are trying to find out how widespread the problem is. It’s estimated that around 14,000 tonnes of plastic end up in Swiss soils and waters every year. Microplastics are tiny fragments – smaller than 0...

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