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: Received: 21 December 2023 / Approved: 21 December 2023 / Online: 21 December 2023 (08:22:39 CET)
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Rashid, M. R. Microplastic Impact: A Concise Overview of Pollution and Effects. Preprints2023, 2023121612. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1612.v1
Rashid, M. R. Microplastic Impact: A Concise Overview of Pollution and Effects. Preprints 2023, 2023121612. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1612.v1
Rashid, M. R. Microplastic Impact: A Concise Overview of Pollution and Effects. Preprints2023, 2023121612. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1612.v1
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Rashid, M. R. (2023). Microplastic Impact: A Concise Overview of Pollution and Effects. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1612.v1
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Rashid, M. R. 2023 "Microplastic Impact: A Concise Overview of Pollution and Effects" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1612.v1
Abstract
Microplastic contamination, defined as plastic particles less than 5 mm in size, has become a major global environmental concern. This study synthesizes findings from carefully chosen studies undertaken in a variety of geographical areas and ecosystems, offering light on the multifaceted issues posed by microplastic pollution. These articles show the global prevalence of microplastics in both land and marine ecosystems. Seasonal fluctuations in microplastic abundance highlight the cyclical nature of this pollution, with larger amounts being reported during the summer months. Tourism, industrialization, and urbanization have all been highlighted as significant contributors to microplastic contamination, stressing the impact of man-made influences. Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) have been identified as hotspots for microplastic release into aquatic habitats, emphasizing the need for enhanced treatment procedures. Because microplastics can build up in the food chain, it underlines the possible health problems connected with microplastic pollution for both aquatic creatures and human consumers. Longitudinal studies, geographical variety, in-depth health and ecological impact evaluations, standardization, and effective mitigation methods should be prioritized in future studies. To address this worldwide issue, interdisciplinary collaboration among scientists, health professionals, politicians, and industrial stakeholders is required.
Keywords
global environmental concern; health and ecological impact evaluations; geographical variety; seasonal fluctuations; industrialization
Subject
Environmental and Earth Sciences, Pollution
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This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.