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Filtering microplastics from water
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This paper reviews technologies and approaches for filtering microplastics out of drinking water and wastewater, evaluating the effectiveness of various filtration methods. As microplastics are now detected in tap water worldwide, improving filtration systems is a critical public health priority.
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