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Researchers at Virginia Tech have found a way to upcycle plastic into soap. Around 120 grams to 130 grams of plastic can make 100 grams of soap.

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[–] NocturnalMorning -2 points 1 year ago

Not a dumb question at all. It's completely reasonable to want to know if there will be microplastics left over in the process.