The Brisbane creeks with 4000 microplastics in just a kilo of sludge
A recent study has revealed that two Brisbane creeks contain over 4000 microplastics per kilogram of sediment. Researchers from Queensland University of Technology found the highest concentration in Kedron Brook, followed by Bulimba Creek, while Enoggera Creek had the lowest. The presence of microplastics in these waterways raises potential health concerns, as they have been linked to various health issues.
- ▪Kedron Brook and Bulimba Creek have over 4000 microplastics per kilogram of sediment.
- ▪Kedron Brook had approximately 4400 plastic particles, while Bulimba had around 4100.
- ▪Enoggera Creek was found to have the lowest concentration with 2800 microplastics per kilogram.
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