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A new study has found that glitter can negatively affect the growth of cyanobacteria, commonly known as ‘blue-green algae’, an important player in aquatic ecosystems and a key component of marine food webs. The researchers say their study highlights the importance of limiting the use of this stealthy microplastic. Despite its association with fun things – makeup and nail polish, party costumes, greeting cards and holiday decorations – glitter is a problem. Not only is [...]