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Micro and Nanoplastics: Contamination of Air
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This chapter reviews the contamination of air by micro- and nanoplastics, examining how these particles become airborne through fragmentation, industrial processes, and environmental transport. Atmospheric microplastics represent a direct inhalation exposure route for humans, linking global plastic production to respiratory health risks even in populations far from plastic waste sources.
Plastic has become integral to our lives because of its properties: low manufacturing cost, easy accessibility, light weight, and versatility. Its extensive use has put tremendous pressure on the environment, i.e. air, water, and soil. Increased production and usage...
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