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It's raining multicolored plastic in the Rocky Mountains, according to scientists
4 days ago | By Business Insider
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Microplastics are found in even the most remote parts of our planet.
According to new research from the US Geological Survey, plastic particles are currently being found in the Rocky Mountains.
Plastic shards, beads, and fibers were identified in more than 90% of rainwater samples taken from across Colorado, including at more than 3,000 metres high in Rocky Mountain National Park
"I think the most important result that we can share with the American public is that there's more plastic out there than meets the eye," Lead US Geologic Survey researcher Gregory Weatherbee...
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