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Microplastics in the aquatic environment and aquatic biological resources
Summary
Tiny plastic bits called microplastics are showing up throughout our oceans, and this review pulls together existing research showing they're building up in fish and other sea life. Since we eat seafood, these plastics can move up the food chain and into our bodies, raising concerns about long-term health effects that scientists are still working to understand. The researchers stress that we need more studies and stronger action to cut plastic pollution before it causes bigger problems for both marine life and the people who depend on seafood for food.
The review is devoted to the study of marine environmental pollution by microplastics and its negative impact on fish resources, food security and human health. Numerous studies are presented demonstrating the presence of microplastics in marine ecosystems and its effect on various types of marine organisms, including fish. The ways of microplastics penetration into food chains are described and possible consequences for human health are considered. The importance of continuing research and developing comprehensive measures to reduce the negative impact of microplastics on marine ecosystems and human health is emphasized.