Research progress on environmental occurrence of microplastics and their interaction mechanism with organic pollutants

Liu, Pengyan; Sun, Qiang; Liu, Lu; Yuan, Lei; Li, Changxiao; Liu, Zhanghua

doi:10.1360/ssc-2021-0139

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“…In aquatic systems, microplastic wastes have been proven to absorb and release chemicals that can be harmful to aquatic life [14][15][16][17]. They have also been shown to transfer these chemicals up the food chain to higher trophic levels, potentially affecting the health of species at all levels of the ecosystem [18].…”

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Microplastic Pollution: Chemical Characterization and Impact on Wildlife

Sarkar

Diab

Thompson

2023

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Microplastics are small pieces of plastic that are less than 5 mm in size and can be found in most environments, including the oceans, rivers, and air. These small plastic particles can have negative impacts on wildlife and the environment. In this review of the literature, we analyze the presence of microplastics in various species of wildlife, including fish, birds, and mammals. We describe a variety of analytical techniques, such as microscopy and spectrometry, which identify and quantify the microplastics in the samples. In addition, techniques of sample preparation are discussed. Summary results show that microplastics are present in all the wildlife species studied, with the highest concentrations often found in fish and birds. The literature suggests that microplastics are widely distributed in the environment and have the potential to affect a wide range of species. Further research is required to fully understand the impacts of microplastics on wildlife and the environment.

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