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PET Plastic Breaks Down Faster Than Thought | Concord News
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- Sep 13, 2026
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New research reveals PET plastic—used in bottles and clothing—is breaking down faster in oceans than previously thought, turning into microplastics in decades rather than centuries. Scientists have identified key chemical pathways behind this degradation, raising alarms about marine ecosystems and the food chain. Factors like sunlight and microbes influence the speed, and while the findings underscore the urgency to rethink single-use plastics, they also highlight how little we still understand about plastic’s long-term environmental impact. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b3f1bc98714e2dd3