Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry

Department of Stratigraphy and Paleontology, Universidad de Granada, Granada, Spain, Spain

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• Perspective   
  Microplastics in the Environment: Analytical Methods for Detection and Quantification
  Author(s): Francisco Renot*
  
  The environmental impact of microplastics has become an increasingly urgent issue in recent years. These tiny plastic particles, typically less than 5 millimeters in diameter, are ubiquitous in the environment and have raised significant concerns due to their persistence, bioaccumulation potential, and ability to cause harm to ecosystems and human health. Microplastics enter the environment through a variety of sources, including the degradation of larger plastic items, industrial processes, and the shedding of microfibers from textiles. They can be found in virtually every ecosystem on Earth, from the deepest ocean trenches to remote Arctic ice, and have been detected in a wide range of environmental media, including air, water, soil, and sediments. Due to their small size, persistence, and diverse origins, microplastics are difficult to manage and pose complex challenges for environ.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2380-2391.2024.11.399

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