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Invisible Microplastics and Long-Lasting Plastic Waste Found on Beaches

Beaches are affected by "invisible" microplastics and other plastic waste, with items like plastic mats, wet wipes, and straws taking up to 1,000 years to decompose. A single cigarette butt or plastic straw can take up to 300 years to break down.

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