Water sampling on the Ganges River (IMAGE)

University of Plymouth

Water sampling on the Ganges River

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The water team collects samples to test for microplastics along Varuna River, a tributary of the Ganges River in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on Nov. 22, 2019

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Photo by Sara Hylton, National Geographic. Through the expedition, the international, female-led team of scientists are working with National Geographic and international partners to scientifically document plastic waste in the Ganges watershed and support holistic and inclusive solutions.

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