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Tag: environment

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Fish behavior is affected by microplastics in water

Posted on April 7, 2022October 24, 2022 by Erica Curles

Microplastics and nanoplastics affect gut bacteria and neurotransmitter levels in discus fish, potentially explaining changes in fish…

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    Can cigarette butts on the beach influence the local environment?

    Posted on May 22, 2020December 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

    A study of burned and unburned cigarettes found that water chemistry and microbes living in Mediterranean beach sediments changed after 4…

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      Tiny green organisms could have a big impact on polluted environments

      Posted on February 17, 2020December 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

      Can photosynthetic organisms help clean up contamination? New research from @DominiqueChaput, @biominerals, @RadicalMicrobe & authors…

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        Can some fungi clean up plastic pollution?

        Posted on October 3, 2018December 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

        Since September is National Mushroom Month, it’s fitting to think about the incredible things fungi can do. You may be familiar with…

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          Sunscreen: Hero for Humans, Villain for Marine Life?

          Posted on August 22, 2017December 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

          Have you ever spent extra time at the store trying to decide which sunscreen to purchase? We try to protect ourselves from the Sun’s…

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            4 High-Impact Lifestyle Changes That Help The Environment

            Posted on July 19, 2017October 24, 2022 by Gina Misra

            Imagine a kitchen in a busy household — dirty dishes piled in the sink, leftovers cold on the counter, and utensils strewn about.…

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