Thousands of Tons of Microplastics Are Falling from the Sky
Carried by the wind, dust particles from places such as the Sahara Desert can float halfway around the world before settling to the ground.
Month: June 2020
‘More masks than jellyfish’: coronavirus waste ends up in ocean
Conservationists have warned that the coronavirus pandemic could spark a surge in ocean pollution – adding to a glut of plastic waste that already threatens marine life
Sea Level 101: What Determines the Level of the Sea?
For non-scientists, fathoming the forces that determine sea levels around the world can sometimes be a bit daunting, so here’s a little guide to some of the basics.