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Characterization of microplastics present in sediments from stormwater retention basins
Original title: Caractérisation des microplastiques présents dans les sédiments des bassins de retenue des eaux pluviales.
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This French-language study characterizes microplastics found in the sediments of stormwater retention basins, which collect runoff from urban and agricultural areas. The findings show that these basins accumulate significant microplastic loads, making them potential hotspots of concentrated plastic pollution.
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