Scientists Develop Biodegradable Plastic That Dissolves in the Ocean in Hours!
From plastic food packaging to bottled beverages single-use plastics have become a ubiquitous part of modern life However these convenient products come at a significant cost to the environment Every year millions of tonnes of plastic end up in the ocean most of which doesn t break down like organic materials such as food or paper While paper and food waste decompose over time plastic can linger in the environment for hundreds of years accumulating in oceans and landfills The consequences are dire Large pieces of plastic like bottles and bags eventually break into smaller fragments known as microplastics These tiny particles are now found in the stomachs of marine animals entering the food chain and affecting wildlife ecosystems and potentially even human health What if plastic could decompose quickly without adding to the microplastics crisis Groundbreaking research from Japan suggests that future is within reach Biodegradable Plastic that Dissolves
