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Occurrence and Presence of Ubiquitous Microplastics and Their Effects on Delta Ecosystems Around the World
Summary
Researchers reviewed the occurrence and ecological effects of microplastics in river delta ecosystems worldwide, finding that deltas — as convergence zones for riverine plastic transport — accumulate disproportionately high microplastic loads that threaten the biodiversity and ecological services of these highly productive coastal environments.
The ubiquitous microplastics (MPs), having sizes smaller than 5 mm, have become abundant in aquatic environments, raising concerns about their environmental and health implications. This chapter begins by detailing the occurrence of MPs in delta regions,...