Impact of plastic pollution on atmospheric carbon dioxide
Since the beginning of its large-scale production in the early 20th century, plastics have remained an important material in widespread use throughout modern society. Nevertheless, despite possessing many benefits, plastics are resistant to degradation and instead accumulate in the ocean and terrest...
Main Authors: | Natalia S. Gurgacz, Karin Kvale, Michael Eby, Andrew J. Weaver |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Canadian Science Publishing
2023-01-01
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Series: | FACETS |
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Online Access: | https://facetsjournal.com/doi/10.1139/facets-2023-0061 |
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