Scientists have found toxic bacteria on microplastics in waters around Singapore. The bacteria are believed to be one of the culprits behind coral bleaching and has been known to cause wound infections in people. Researchers working out of the National University of Singapore (NUS) discovered over an alarming 400 varieties of bacteria on a little under 300 chunks of microplastics. The samples, which are only around 5mm in size, were taken from three coastlines in the region: Changi Beach,...
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