Microplastics in the Water Column

Of the more than 9 billion metric tons of plastic that&rsquo;s been produced, a mere 9% has been recycled. About 12% has been incinerated, and the remainder is just out there&ndash;in our homes, our landfills, and, unfortunately, in our oceans. (Image credit: iStock/dottedhippo ; via Eos )