How Microplastics Slowly Make their Way Inside Us

What year did the awareness of microplastics as a potential threat begin to rise significantly?

• 2024

• 2020

• 2010

• 2005

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Which type of microplastics are intentionally created for use in products like exfoliators?

• Secondary microplastics

• Quaternary microplastics

• Primary microplastics

• Tertiary microplastics

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What was the first fully synthetic plastic invented?

• Polyethylene

• PVC

• Nylon

• Bakelite

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What is the main way microplastics enter the human body, according to studies?

• Skin contact

• Through seafood consumption

• Via contaminated water

• Indoor air inhalation

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Which organisms are at the start of the food chain affected by microplastics?

• Sharks

• Salmon

• Whales

• Plankton

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Why are human studies on microplastics' health effects considered complicated?

• All studies have been conclusive

• High costs of studies

• Difficulty in isolating variables

• Lack of interest in research

What is BPA commonly found in?

• Wooden items

• Metal coatings

• Natural fibers

• Glass products

What is the primary concern regarding BPA exposure according to the Mayo Clinic?

• Muscle growth

• Neurological effects

• Skin irritation

• Bone density

Which country is the largest contributor to microplastic pollution in the oceans?

• India

• Philippines

• China

• United States

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What is PHA known for in the context of plastics?

• Its high cost

• Being non-biodegradable

• Its rapid biodegradability

• Being used in electronics