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Microplastics sully Antarctic snow — and science might be to blame
Summary
Researchers found microplastic contamination in Antarctic snow, with evidence suggesting that scientists and research station workers — through their clothing, gear, and equipment — may themselves be a significant source of this pollution in one of Earth's most remote regions. The finding highlights how human presence, even in pristine areas, leaves a plastic footprint.
Plastic contamination probably came from clothing and other gear used at Antarctic research stations. Plastic contamination probably came from clothing and other gear used at Antarctic research stations.