ASK A SCIENTIST
Do you ever wonder about various aspects of plastics and plastic pollution? Our science director, Trisha Vaidyanathan, PhD is here to shed some light on these questions in her monthly column, “Ask a Scientist.”
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Why Does Black Plastic Pose a Bigger Risk Than Other Colors?
Why do scientists specifically suggest getting rid of BLACK plastic utensils and items in your kitchen? Find out why black colored plastics pose a bigger risk than other colored plastics, in general.

