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Science Panorama
A World of Plastic
Plastic has become ubiquitous around the world, turning into a major problem that we are just beginning to grasp.
January 4, 2024 זמן קריאה משוער 22 -
Ask the expert
Who Turned My Plastic Yellow?
A new study has shown that sunlight radiation alters the chemical properties of polyethylene, a component of many plastics
December 16, 2023 זמן קריאה משוער 4 -
Science news
A Step Forward in the Fight Against Plastic Pollution
World Environment Day is focusing on the fight against plastic pollution
June 6, 2023 זמן קריאה משוער 12 -
Science news
A Plague Named Plastic
Tiny pieces of plastic play a major role in the mortality of young Shearwaters in Australia
April 16, 2023 זמן קריאה משוער 5 -
Science Panorama
Navigating the Reuse Dilemma
Disposable or reusable products? It’s difficult to assess which has a higher environmental toll. One thing is certain - using existing products is better than making new ones
November 17, 2021 זמן קריאה משוער 7 -
Science news
Plastic and Greenhouse Gases
Discarded plastics don’t just pollute the environment directly – new research shows that they also contribute to global greenhouse gas emissions
January 31, 2021 זמן קריאה משוער 4