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Plant Stress Management Mitigating Micro/Nano Plastics Pollution
Summary
This review covers how microplastics and nanoplastics enter agricultural soils via mulching, compost, and atmospheric deposition, disrupt plant nutrient uptake and cause oxidative stress, and examines mitigation strategies including bioaugmentation, nanomaterials, and phytoremediation.
Abstract Microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) are pervasive environmental pollutants, originating from plastic fragmentation and manufacturing processes. They enter ecosystems via wastewater discharge and littering, posing risks to wildlife and human health. In agriculture, MNPs disrupt soil health and crop productivity. Understanding their behavior is crucial for mitigation. Plant responses include nutrient uptake disruption and oxidative stress. Mitigation strategies include bioaugmentation, nanomaterials, and phytoremediation. Biochar and mustard plants show promise in MNP capture. Case studies highlight successful applications in compost for agriculture, emphasizing the need for further research and standardized monitoring for sustainable practices.