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Microplastics removal in drinking water treatment
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This thesis investigates the removal of microplastics during drinking water treatment processes. It evaluates the efficiency of conventional and advanced treatment steps in capturing microplastic particles from raw water sources.
Orientador: Ricardo de Lima Isaac
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