Uvc-induced Photooxidative Degradation of LDPE Microplastics: Structural and Thermal Alterations

Summary

UVC-induced photooxidative degradation of LDPE microplastics produced structural and thermal alterations detectable through spectroscopic characterization, advancing understanding of how UV radiation transforms plastic particle properties. These findings are relevant for modeling the environmental weathering of LDPE microplastics and predicting their persistence and toxic potential in natural systems.