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A new study has reported that the sponges used in household cleaning are increasing the pollution of the environment by releasing trillions of microplastics every month.
According to a new research published in the Environmental Science and Technology Journal, the fibers of these items emit trillions of toxic microplastic particles every month, which affect human health very badly.
The sponge is made by setting it into a soft and lightweight rough foam. These properties make it excellent cleaning product.
These sponges (which are known to clean tougher stains with ease) rely on their unique abrasive capabilities.
As they age with use, these foams break down into smaller pieces and release microplastic fibers (MPF) into the drain.
These toxic microplastics can reach humans through the food chain through possible consumption by wildlife and cause a number of health complications.
