2023
DOI: 10.3390/jmse11122330
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Small Microplastics: A yet Unknown Threat in the Svalbard (Norway) Region

Gabriella Caruso,
Valentina Iannilli,
Giulia Vitale
et al.

Abstract: The Arctic Ocean is undergoing several transformations because of global climate change. Small microplastics (SMPs) or nanoplastics (NPs) carried by marine aerosols may settle in the land ice and be released to the waters, produced following its melting. As sea ice extent reduces and shipping and fishing activities increase, microplastics (MPs) may enter the region following ocean and maritime transports, with implications on Arctic biota, human health, and socioeconomic issues related to the exploitation of m… Show more

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