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Local infrared spectral measurement system for the inspection of independent nano-plastic particles in water-based solutions

Colloids and Surfaces C Environmental Aspects 2025 4 citations

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This study proposed an analytical processing design using infrared spectroscopy to accumulate and evaluate individual nano-plastic particles diluted in water-based solutions. The system enables label-free identification and characterization of independent nanoplastic particles, addressing analytical challenges in detecting and characterizing nanoscale plastic contamination in aqueous environments.

An analytical processing design is proposed to accumulate nano-plastics diluted in water-based solvents and evaluate their individual IR spectral properties.

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