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Microplastic Pollution: Unveiling the Sources, Pathogenesis, and Effective Remediations
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Researchers review the sources, environmental pathways, and health risks of microplastic pollution, and assess the current landscape of remediation technologies, calling for scalable and eco-friendly solutions capable of addressing contamination across soil, water, and biological systems.
Microplastics, small particles of plastic, fewer than 5 mm in diameter, have become a universal environmental concern because of their perseverance and impending adverse effects on ecosystems and human health. The creation of effective, scalable, and eco-friendly...
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Occurrence, Fate, and Health Hazards of Microplastics Pollution
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Microplastics: An In-Depth Analysis of Its Fate, Environmental Impact, Implications, and Innovative Remediation Strategies
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