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Naure: The distribution of subsurface microplastics in the ocean

Here we synthesize depth-profile data from 1,885 stations collected between 2014 and 2024 to provide insights into the distribution and potential transport mechanisms of subsurface (below about 50-cm depth, which is not usually sampled by traditional practices^3,6) microplastics throughout the oceanic water column.

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-08818-1

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Microplastics and nanoplastics are everywhere. The teeny tiny pieces of plastic have been found in everything from drinking water to chicken nuggets, apples, and broccoli.
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Naure: The distribution of subsurface microplastics in the ocean

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