Microplastics found in clouds could affect weather and global temperatures

Category : Plastic pollution | Location : International  | Posted on 2023-11-17 06:04:39

A group of scientists from Shandong University in China collected cloud water atop Mount Tai, finding microplastics in 24 out of 28 samples. They include polyethylene terephthalate (otherwise known as PET), polypropylene, polyethylene and polystyrene, all particles commonly found in synthetic fibers, clothing and textiles, as well as packaging and face masks.