0
Article ? AI-assigned paper type based on the abstract. Classification may not be perfect — flag errors using the feedback button. Tier 2 ? Original research — experimental, observational, or case-control study. Direct primary evidence. Food & Water Nanoplastics Sign in to save

Evaluating the impact of nanoplastics on stream periphyton and benthic food chains

SPIRE - Sciences Po Institutional REpository 2022
Louis Carles, Emera Forni, Manuel Holzer, Denise M. Mitrano, Bettina Wagner, Ahmed Tlili

Summary

This study evaluated the effects of nanoplastics on stream periphyton communities and benthic food chains. Nanoplastic exposure altered algal community composition and reduced the quality of periphyton as a food resource for higher trophic levels. The findings suggest that nanoplastic pollution can cascade through freshwater food webs.

International audience

Share this paper