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Uncovering the Dangers of Microplastics

Experts explain the dangers of microplastics—tiny plastic particles found in food, water, and air.

Aired 12/16/2024

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Uncovering the Dangers of Microplastics

Clip: 12/16/2024 | 8m 21s

Experts explain the dangers of microplastics—tiny plastic particles found in food, water, and air.

Experts explain the dangers of microplastics—tiny plastic particles found in food, water, and air. These particles, often carrying harmful chemicals, can disrupt hormones and remain in the body. They discuss how microplastics enter systems, their environmental impact, and ways to reduce exposure, like avoiding single-use plastics and improving transparency in chemical use.

Aired 12/16/2024

Microplastics and Community Action: Restoring Our Rivers

Video has Closed Captions

Explore how you can make a difference for our waterways and planet. (2m 56s)

Microplastics: Hidden in Plain Sight - Preview

Watch Monday, December 16th at 7pm on WVIA TV (30s)

Microplastics - Overview

Microplastics - Overview (1m 8s)

Microplastics - Suggestions and Solutions

Video has Closed Captions

See a citizen science project testing Pennsylvania waterways for microplastics, (12m 31s)

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