Scientists Report Discovery of Microplastics in Antarctica

Scientists have found microplastic particles in snow drifts near scientific bases in remote areas of Antarctica for the first time. This was reported by the Daily Mail on February 8, citing the British Antarctic Survey (BAS).

According to specialists, the microplastic could have entered the environment from outerwear, ropes, and flags used to mark safe routes in the camp.

"This is an alarming signal, as the impact of microplastics on Antarctica's ecosystem remains poorly understood," says BAS oceanographer Dr. Clara Manno.

Researchers emphasize that even the most remote and strictly controlled areas of the continent are subject to contamination.

"This proves once again that plastic pollution is global in scale and practically nothing on Earth remains untouched," said study co-author Dr. Kirstie Jones-Williams.

Scientists plan to conduct additional research to establish the exact origin of the microplastic and assess its potential impact on Antarctica's environment.