Microfibers are tiny plastic fibres released from our clothes when we do laundry. These microfibers are so tiny that they cannot be seen with the naked eye, but they are a growing environmental issue. Plastic fibres are found in synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic, and studies have shown that up to 20% of all plastic pollution in our oceans comes from microfibers. The amount of microfibers released from our dirty laundry depends on a few things. First, it depends on the type of fabric that is being washed. Synthetic materials such as polyester and nylon release more fibres than natural fabrics such as cotton and linen. Additionally, the type of washing machine and the cycle used will also affect the number of microfibers released. For example, washing machines with higher energy settings and longer cycles will release more fibres. Studies have been conducted to determine the number of microfibers released during a typical laundry load. The results show that an ...