Researchers discovered that okra pulp efficiently captures microplastics from wastewater—up to 95% removal in lab tests. This low-cost, plant-based method offers communities a safe, eco-friendly solution to tackle plastic pollution and protect aquatic ecosystems.
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Okra Emerges as Natural Ally to Extract Microplastics from Water

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Researchers discovered that okra pulp efficiently captures microplastics from wastewater—up to 95% removal in lab tests. This low-cost, plant-based method offers communities a safe, eco-friendly solution to tackle plastic pollution and protect aquatic ecosystems.

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