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Nanoplastic Release and Leachate Composition from PLA-based Disposable Plastics
Summary
Researchers released a dataset documenting nanoplastic particle release and leachate chemical composition from PLA-based disposable plastics under controlled usage conditions, supporting assessment of nanoplastic exposure from biodegradable plastic alternatives.
The raw dataset associated with the manuscript “Nanoplastic Release and Leachate Composition from PLA-based Disposable Plastics” includes quantitative measurements of nanoplastic release and detailed chemical characterization of leachates in water under controlled using conditions.
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