According to recent studies, the presence of micro plastics can inhibit earthworm growth and  even cause them to lose weight, which might significantly & adversely affect the soil ecology. Researchers from College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin have researched and found the adverse effects of microplastics on earthworms and how it can worsen earthworm mortality. Micro plastics in terrestrial ecosystems are extensively dispersed and have been shown to impact earthworms negatively. Earthworms’ oxidative reactions, gene expression, growth, behaviour, and gut microbiota are all affected by micro plastics. In addition to other  contaminants, heavy metals, and hydrophobic organic … Continue reading Now Micro Plastics Can Increase Earthworm Mortality & Contaminate Soil