New Method Removes 90% of Microplastics from Tap Water
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📰 The quick summary: A simple home method of boiling and filtering tap water removes up to 90% of harmful microplastics, making drinking water significantly safer for your health.
📈 One key stat: The boiling and filtering technique removes between 90-100% of microplastics from tap water with high mineral content, providing an effective solution for cleaner drinking water.
💬 One key quote: “Standard coffee filters enable the removal of this residue after the water is poured through them.“
1️⃣ The big picture: Scientists have discovered an accessible way to remove most microplastics from tap water using common household items. The method involves boiling water for five minutes, letting it cool for ten minutes, then filtering it through a coffee filter. This process works especially well with mineral-rich water, as the boiling creates calcium carbonate that helps trap the microplastic particles. The technique proves particularly effective because the heated water causes minerals to form solids that collect microplastics, which can then be filtered out easily. This discovery offers a simple solution for addressing microplastic contamination in tap water.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: You can now remove harmful microplastics from your drinking water using items you likely already have at home. The process requires no special equipment or chemicals, making it accessible to nearly everyone. This method helps protect your health by reducing exposure to potentially harmful plastic particles that accumulate in the body. The solution offers an immediate way to improve water quality while larger-scale solutions to plastic pollution are developed.
3️⃣ What’s next: Research continues to develop more advanced filtration systems and explore additional methods for removing microplastics at their source. The focus now shifts to implementing broader environmental solutions and creating stronger regulations for plastic waste management. Scientists are also investigating specialized equipment and chemical purification practices to enhance water treatment technologies.
Read the full story here: Ecoticias – Goodbye to microplastics in the tap water: 90 % less with this simple home tip
