Microplastics: Where They Come From, Where They go in the Body

Course overview

At the conclusion of this program, participants will: 1. Define "microplastic" and "nanoplastic"; 2. Name at least two familiar "plastic" items derived from natural sources; 3. Identify the first synthetic plastic developed in the early 20th century; 4. Describe how the development of various synthetic plastics began to impact the environment; 5. Describe the impact of plastics on the world's oceans; 6. Describe at least two common daily microplastic exposures; 7. Describe how people absorb microplastics from the air; 8. Describe how microplastics are believed to accumulate in the body and brain; 9. Describe at least two immediate actions individuals can take to reduce microplastic exposure;