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The Removal of Microplastics as a Source for Toxic Chemicals in Aquatic Environments: Characteristics, Occurrence and Removal Mechanisms
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Researchers reviewed how microplastics spread through aquatic environments and carry toxic chemicals along with them, summarizing the characteristics of different plastic types and the removal mechanisms currently used to reduce microplastic contamination in water systems.
Microplastics are ubiquitously dispersed throughout the environment. Its presence, especially in the aquatic environment, creates a significant hazard to both human and aquatic life. There are several sources that contribute to the presence of microplastics in the...
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