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Occurrence and Characteristics of Microplastics in the Surface Water and Sediment of Lagos Lagoon, Nigeria

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Fadekemi Akinhanmi, Opeyemi I. Ayanda, G. A. Dedeke

Summary

Researchers characterized the occurrence, abundance, and physical properties of microplastics in the surface water and sediments of Lagos Lagoon, Nigeria, identifying key polymer types and potential local sources. This study fills an important data gap for West African urban water bodies, demonstrating that rapidly developing coastal megacities face acute microplastic contamination threatening both local fisheries and public health.

Study Type Environmental

The increase in microplastic pollution has raised concerns about environmental safety in recent years. These tiny, ubiquitous, and potentially toxic plastic particles can be discharged into the environment via weathering of plastic debris and microbeads. While...

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