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CIRAIG/PlasticFADE: PlasticFADE v1.0.0
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PlasticFADE v1.0.0 is a first public release of an empirical computational model for calculating the fragmentation and degradation rates of macro- and microplastics across environmental compartments. Validated fragmentation models are a critical scientific tool for predicting long-term microplastic accumulation trajectories and informing policy decisions about plastic production and pollution management timescales.
First public release of PlasticFADE, an empirical model for calculating fragmentation and degradation of macro- and microplastics in the environment. This version is associated with a paper currently under review. Recommended citation and explanation: [preprint to be added]
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