The IIT Madras review identifies the major source of microplastic pollution as residential houses. So far, municipal waste water has received much attention as the only cause, whereas this review article highlights the other causes that can increase microplastic pollution, namely the usage of personal care products [PCPs], laundry washing, face masks, and other potential sources. This study also identified microplastic’s transportation, transformation, and toxicity and its various effects on aquatic organisms and social beings. The authors could not find any articles stating various activities other than municipal waste water as the prime source of microplastics. Therefore, this particular review … Continue reading Residential Activities Linked to Microplastic Surge in Oceans: IIT Madras Report