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Tiny Plastics Impair Red Blood Cell Development in Zebrafish

Nanoplastics in water hindered oxygen transport in zebrafish, underscoring their toxic impact on aquatic health.

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Microplastics in Drinking Water Don’t Threaten Human Health: WHO

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