PFAS and Microplastics Become More Toxic When Combined, Research Shows

28-11-24 08:00	Slashdot
PFAS and Microplastics Become More Toxic When Combined, Research Shows A University of Birmingham study reveals that PFAS and microplastics have a synergistic effect that significantly increases their toxicity. "The study's authors exposed water fleas to mixtures of the toxic substances and found they suffered more severe health effects, including lower birth rates, and developmental problems, such as delayed sexual maturity and stunted growth," reports The Guardian. From the report: The enhanced toxic effects raise alarm because PFAS and microplastics are research... Read the full article on Slashdot »
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