A research expedition has discovered plastic in the last unexplored part of the ocean . The crew , which includes marine experts , is studying the effects on marine life of plastic ##s . It will next attempt to measure the density and toxicity of Japanese tsunami debris . Plastic in the ocean has increased 100-fold in the last 40 years , scientists estimate .
A research expedition has found plastic in the last unexplored part of the ocean . The crew , which includes packaging experts , is studying the effects on marine life of plastic pollution . It will next attempt to measure the density and toxicity of Japanese tsunami debris . Plastic in the ocean has increased 100-fold in the last 40 years , scientists estimate .