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A new study finds no plastics in eastern Arctic seals

However, the study didn't look for plastic particles at sizes smaller than those likely to accumulate in the seals.

By Dustin Patar February 3, 2020
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While it’s well-known that tiny pieces of plastic have made their way into the Arctic Ocean, it’s remained unclear how these microplastics are affecting marine mammals like seals.

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