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Visual Detection of Microplastics Derived from Plastic Mulch in Soil

Ziraat Mühendisliği 2022 4 citations ? Citation count from OpenAlex, updated daily. May differ slightly from the publisher's own count.
Muhittin Onur Akça, Sonay SÖZÜDOĞRU OK

Summary

This preliminary study used visual examination to detect microplastic particles derived from plastic mulch films in soil aggregate fractions of different sizes. Plastic fragments were identified at multiple aggregate size classes, indicating integration of mulch-derived particles into soil structure. The work develops simple visual screening methods for detecting plastic contamination in agricultural soils.

This preliminary study aimed to visually investigate the presence and disturbance of microplastic particles among soil aggregate fractions (1000- 2000 µm -

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