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Summary
This study analyzed microplastic pollution sources, distribution pathways through air, water, and soil, and documented accumulation in human organs, placenta, breast milk, and blood. The authors concluded that human exposure is now effectively universal and called for regulatory action to reduce plastic production and improve waste management.
This research analyzes microplastic pollution and its effects on the environment, human health, and society. The main sources are identified as tire wear, the washing of synthetic textiles, and the use of single-use plastics. These particles are dispersed through air, water, and soil, entering the food chain and accumulating in human organs, the placenta, breast milk, and blood. Genetic, hormonal, and neurological risks are documented, as well as ecological impacts such as reduced marine photosynthesis and crop damage. Inadequate waste management and a lack of regulation are also evident. The leading role of Rwanda and Peru in promoting international agreements to regulate the entire plastic cycle is highlighted. The conclusion is that this is a structural problem that demands urgent scientific, political, and social responses.