Multiple choice How do microplastics affect human health? Chemicals in plastics are linked to nervous system/hearing/cancer problems. Eating plastics causes sun burn. There is no affect. It passes through our body. Eating plastics can cause bruises. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Microplastics contain various chemical additives that have been linked to endocrine disruption, cancer, and other health issues when ingested.