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Automated Particle Analysis in Image J
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This methodological paper described automated particle analysis techniques using ImageJ software for quantifying microplastics in environmental samples, providing guidance on image processing workflows. Automation of particle counting and measurement is important for processing the large sample volumes needed for comprehensive environmental monitoring.
This is a tutorial development for automating the particle size, shape, and color quantification with a use case of microplastic particles.
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