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Your kitchen sponge is releasing microplastics every time you wash dishes

Research indicates that common kitchen sponges release microplastics into the environment each time they are used, with varying levels of microplastic shedding among different sponge types. This finding highlights the need for policy considerations regarding domestic products that contribute to microplastic pollution.

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