Current Methodology for Extraction, Separation, Identification, and Quantification of Microplastics in Terrestrial Systems

Arenas-Lago, Daniel; Santás-Miguel, Vanesa; Rodríguez-Seijo, Andrés

doi:10.1007/698_2022_859

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“…Alumina, ceramics, and polycarbonate are some of the materials used in membrane filters [26,41]. Currently, glass fiber, cellulose acetate, cellulose nitrate, polycarbonate, nylon, and alumina membranes are the most common filter membranes used in MP analysis [42]. All of these filters have benefits and drawbacks; however, there remains little agreement regarding the most appropriate filter material, and, similarly, the filter pore size used ranges from hundreds of micrometers to tens of micrometers.…”

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A Complete Guide to Extraction Methods of Microplastics from Complex Environmental Matrices

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Sustainable development is a big global challenge for the 21st century. In recent years, a class of emerging contaminants known as microplastics (MPs) has been identified as a significant pollutant with the potential to harm ecosystems. These small plastic particles have been found in every compartment of the planet, with aquatic habitats serving as the ultimate sink. The challenge to extract MPs from different environmental matrices is a tangible and imperative issue. One of the primary specialties of research in environmental chemistry is the development of simple, rapid, low-cost, sensitive, and selective analytical methods for the extraction and identification of MPs in the environment. The present review describes the developments in MP extraction methods from complex environmental matrices. All existing methodologies (new, old, and proof-of-concept) are discussed and evaluated for their potential usefulness to extract MPs from various biotic and abiotic matrices for the sake of progress and innovation. This study concludes by addressing the current challenges and outlining future research objectives aimed at combating MP pollution. Additionally, a set of recommendations is provided to assist researchers in selecting appropriate analytical techniques for obtaining accurate results. To facilitate this process, a proposed roadmap for MP extraction is presented, considering the specific environmental compartments under investigation. By following this roadmap, researchers can enhance their understanding of MP pollution and contribute to effective mitigation strategies.

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First insight into microplastic groundwater pollution in Latin America: the case of a coastal aquifer in Northwest Mexico

Alvarado-Zambrano

Rivera-Hernández

Green-Ruíz

2023

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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Microplastics have been studied on biota and other environmental domains, such as soils. Despite the importance of groundwater as a resource for millions of people worldwide as drinking water and personal hygiene, domestic, agricultural, mining, and industrial purposes, there are very few studies concerning microplastics in this domain around the world. We present the first study in Latin America addressing this topic. Six capped boreholes were analyzed in terms of abundance, concentration, and chemical characterization, at three different depths, from a coastal aquifer in Northwest Mexico. This aquifer is highly permeable and affected by anthropogenic activities. A total of 330 microplastics were found in the eighteen samples. In terms of concentration, the interval ranged from 10 to 34 particles/L, with an average of 18.3 particles/L. Four synthetic polymers were identified: isotactic polypropylene (iPP), hydroxyethylcellulose (HEC), carboxylated polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and low-density polyethylene (LDPE); with iPP being the most abundant (55.8%) in each borehole. Agriculture activities and septic outflows are considered the potential regional sources of these contaminants into the aquifer. Three possible transport pathways to the aquifer are suggested: (1) marine intrusion, (2) marsh intrusion, and (3) infiltration through the soil. More research about the occurrence, concentration, and distribution of the different kinds of microplastics in groundwater is needed to have a better understanding of the behavior and health risks to organisms, including human beings.

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Microplastic in Soil: A Review of Detection Methods

Ручкина,

Мерзляков

2024

Проблемы Агрохимии И Экологии

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В настоящее время возрастающие объемы производства и потребления пластиковых материалов постепенно превратились в огромную проблему для окружающей среды в связи с повсеместным загрязнением водных и наземных экосистем. Но, несмотря на это, исследования содержания микропластика (МП) в почвенной среде и его воздействия на неё все еще являются редкостью. Малоизученность данной темы связана с отсутствием унификации методов отбора проб, детекции и идентификации микропластика, используемых в исследованиях. Это затрудняет сопоставление результатов и формирование общего понимания распространенности и влиянии микропластика на почвенную среду. Данная статья представляет собой обзор опубликованных подходов к исследованию микропластика в почвах с целью систематизации всей существующей информации и выявления наиболее эффективных методов, которые можно использовать для исследования микропластика в почвах. Currently, the increasing production and consumption of plastic materials has gradually become a huge environmental problem due to widespread pollution of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. But despite this, research into the content of microplastics (MPs) in the soil environment and its impact on it is still rare. Little knowledge of this topic is due to the lack of unification of sampling, detection and identification methods of microplastics used in research. This makes it difficult to compare results and develop a common understanding of the prevalence and impact of microplastics in the soil environment. This article is a review of published approaches to the study of microplastics in soils with the aim of systematizing all existing information and identifying the most effective methods that can be used to study microplastics in soils.

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Current Methodology for Extraction, Separation, Identification, and Quantification of Microplastics in Terrestrial Systems

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References 111 publications

A Complete Guide to Extraction Methods of Microplastics from Complex Environmental Matrices

A Complete Guide to Extraction Methods of Microplastics from Complex Environmental Matrices

First insight into microplastic groundwater pollution in Latin America: the case of a coastal aquifer in Northwest Mexico

Microplastic in Soil: A Review of Detection Methods

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