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Microplastics Are Everywhere. How Dangerous Are They?

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Three Stages of Plastic: Production, Use, and Recycling

Plastics exist in three stages - production, use, and recycling. The focus is on making the production stage safer due to the ongoing exponential increase in plastic production. Research, lawsuits, and efforts are underway to address the health risks for workers and consumers associated with plastic components. The goal is to find ways to ensure safety in plastic production despite the inevitable presence of plastics in various aspects of our daily lives.

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