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Progress of Microplastic Pollution in Vegetable Land in Guanzhong Plain Area
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This study reviews the current state of microplastic pollution in vegetable fields across the Guanzhong Plain in China, where widespread use of agricultural mulch film has contributed to soil contamination. Researchers analyzed the key factors affecting microplastic accumulation and migration in agricultural soils. The study proposes targeted prevention measures to protect the ecological environment and ensure safe vegetable production in the region.
With the advancement of agricultural modernization and the wide application of mulch film in crop planting, the problem of microplastic pollution has gradually become prominent. As an important vegetable production base in Guanzhong Plain area, microplastic pollution in vegetable fields may pose a potential threat to soil ecological environment, vegetable quality and safety and human health. This paper focuses on the current situation of microplastic pollution in vegetable fields in Guanzhong Plain, analyzes the key factors affecting the accumulation and migration of microplastics in soil of vegetable fields, and puts forward targeted prevention and control measures, aiming to provide theoretical basis and practical guidance for protecting the ecological environment of vegetable fields in Guanzhong Plain and ensuring the safe production of vegetables.
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