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The Spread and Origins of Microplastic Pollution in Aquatic Environments
2025
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Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
J.S. Bhagya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
J.S. Bhagya,
Soufiane Haddout,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Suchith Chellappan,
P.G. Reji,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Suchith Chellappan,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Soufiane Haddout,
Suchith Chellappan,
Soufiane Haddout,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Suchith Chellappan,
P.G. Reji,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Suchith Chellappan,
Suchith Chellappan,
Suchith Chellappan,
Soufiane Haddout,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
K. L. Priya,
M. S. Indu,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
Soufiane Haddout,
K. L. Priya,
Soufiane Haddout,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
M. S. Indu,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Soufiane Haddout,
Soufiane Haddout,
K. L. Priya,
Soufiane Haddout,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Suchith Chellappan,
M. S. Indu,
M. S. Indu,
K. L. Priya,
Soufiane Haddout,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
P.G. Reji,
P.G. Reji,
K. L. Priya,
M. S. Indu,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
M. S. Indu,
K. L. Priya,
K. L. Priya,
M. S. Indu,
M. S. Indu,
K. L. Priya,
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Chingakham Chinglenthoiba
Summary
This chapter examines the sources, distribution, fate, and transport mechanisms of microplastics in aquatic ecosystems worldwide, tracing their origins from multiple plastic product categories and detailing the physical and chemical processes that govern their spread through waterways.
Microplastics have emerged as a significant environmental concern in aquatic ecosystems worldwide. This chapter provides an in-depth exploration of their sources, distribution, fate, and transport mechanisms in aquatic environments. Beginning with an examination of the origins of microplastics from macroplastic debris, the chapter elucidates the processes through which they enter aquatic systems. The widespread distribution of microplastics across aquatic realms, from surface waters to sediments, emphasizing their pervasive nature, are discussed. The intricate fate and transport dynamics of microplastics, influenced by factors are analyzed. Furthermore, the chapter highlights the current understandings and knowledge gaps and offers research directions for future studies.