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Microplastics in water resources: Global pollution circle, possible technological solutions, legislations, and future horizon

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Beneath the surface of our ecosystems, microplastics (MPs) silently loom as a significant threat. These minuscule pollutants, invisible to the naked eye, wreak havoc on living organisms and disrupt the delicate balance of our environment. As we delve into a trove of data and reports, a troubling narrative unfolds: MPs pose a grave risk to both health and food chains with their diverse compositions and chemical characteristics. Nevertheless, the peril extends further. MPs infiltrate the environment and intertwine with other pollutants. Worldwide, microplastic levels fluctuate dramatically, ranging from 0.001 to 140 particles.m-3 in water and 0.2 to 8766 particles.g-1 in sediment, painting a stark picture of pervasive pollution. Coastal and marine ecosystems bear the brunt, with each organism laden with thousands of microplastic particles. MPs possess a remarkable ability to absorb a plethora of contaminants, and their environmental behavior is influenced by factors such as molecular weight and pH. Reported adsorption capacities of MPs vary greatly, spanning from 0.001 to 12,700 μg·g−1. These distressing figures serve as a clarion call, demanding immediate action and heightened environmental consciousness. Legislation, innovation, and sustainable practices stand as indispensable defenses against this encroaching menace. Grasping the intricate interplay between microplastics and pollutants is paramount, guiding us toward effective mitigation strategies and preserving our health ecosystems.

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Category:
Articles
Type:
artykuły w czasopismach
Published in:
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT no. 946,
ISSN: 0048-9697
Language:
English
Publication year:
2024
Bibliographic description:
Albaseer S. S., Al-Hazmi H., Kurniawan T. A., Xu X., Abdulrahman S. A., Ezzati P., Habibzadeh S., Hollert H., Rabiee N., Lima E. C., Badawi M., Saeb M.: Microplastics in water resources: Global pollution circle, possible technological solutions, legislations, and future horizon// SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT -, (2024), s.173963-
DOI:
Digital Object Identifier (open in new tab) 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.173963
Sources of funding:
  • Free publication
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Gdańsk University of Technology

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