Study estimates the amount of microplastics consumed by humans

The University of Newcastle, Australia, reports that humans consume about 2000 microplastic pieces weekly, equating to five grams or a credit card's weight. These particles, smaller than 5 millimeters, accumulate to 21 grams monthly, comparable to a hanger's weight. Over six months, this amounts to 125 grams, filling a cereal bowl. Annually, this consumption reaches 250 grams, or a dinner plate's worth. Over a lifetime, humans ingest approximately 20 kilograms of microplastics, akin to the weight of two recycling bins.

How many pieces of microplastics do humans consume weekly according to the University of Newcastle?

• 3000 pieces

• 2000 pieces

• 1000 pieces

• 4000 pieces

What is the size of microplastic particles compared to?

• A sunflower seed

• A pebble

• A sesame seed

• A grain of rice

What is the monthly consumption of microplastics in grams?

• 15 grams

• 25 grams

• 10 grams

• 21 grams

How much microplastic do we consume every six months?

• 150 grams

• 100 grams

• 125 grams

• 175 grams

What is the total lifetime consumption of microplastics?

• 25 kilograms

• 15 kilograms

• 20 kilograms

• 10 kilograms