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The cycle of decline in ocean health: micro plastics, an emerging problem
Summary
This bibliographic review raises awareness about the escalating crisis of ocean plastic pollution, noting that over 80% of ocean garbage is plastic and that it poses risks to marine species and ecosystems. The authors highlight the urgent need for research and community education to drive improved waste management and ocean protection.
Studies show that more than 80% of the garbage found in the oceans is formed by plastics, most of this recyclable is located in surface waters with 95%, then we have to the coast with approximately 83% of all this material, and finally we have the river beds that have the lowest percentage, with an estimated 49%, despite being the lowest percentage, it is stillrelevant. The aim of this research is to present and raise awareness among the community about the importance of preserving the health of the oceans and other species found in our seas. This is a bibliographic review study, that is, a survey of theoretical framework from scientific publications, which is carried out in the databases of SciELO and Latin American and Caribbean Literature on Health Sciences (Lilacs). It was noted that it is of fundamental importance the need for the development of studies and/or research directed to the toxicological effects that MPs can cause to aquatic biota and for human health as well.