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ClearMicroplastic in the Deep-sea Sediment of Southwestern Sumatran Waters
Researchers found microplastic particles in deep-sea sediments off the coast of southwestern Sumatra, Indonesia — a country that ranks among the world's largest plastic waste producers. The presence of microplastics in deep-sea sediments confirms that plastic particles sink and accumulate even in remote ocean floor environments far from land.
Microplastic occurrence in sub-surface waters of the Indonesian archipelago
This pioneering study measured microplastic contamination in sub-surface ocean waters across the Indonesian archipelago, finding particles at 5 meters depth at all sampling sites. The highest concentrations were found near Ambon, likely due to slower water circulation trapping pollutants, while areas with faster currents had lower levels despite higher nearby populations. The findings show that microplastics are not just a surface water problem but penetrate deeper into ocean waters where many fish species feed, potentially entering the seafood supply.
Tiny and Everywhere: Microplastic Density and Distribution in Sediments along the West Coast of Lombok Island, Indonesia
Researchers found microplastics in sediments along the entire west coast of Lombok Island, Indonesia, with fibers being the most common type. The study documents widespread microplastic contamination in a region previously unstudied, raising concerns for local marine life and fishing communities.
Occurrence and distribution of microplastics in the beach sediment of Anday Beach, West Papua (Indonesia)
Researchers measured microplastic occurrence and distribution in beach sediments at Anday Beach in West Papua, Indonesia, finding microplastics present across sampling sites. The findings document plastic contamination reaching a relatively remote Indonesian coastal area.
Microplastic Observations in the Waters of Labuan Bajo-Gili Trawangan, Indonesia
Researchers collected surface water microplastic samples along the Nusa Tenggara route in Indonesia during a research expedition, finding microplastics near both populated areas and remote islands. The data show that microplastic pollution is widespread across Indonesian waters, including near the tourist destination of Labuan Bajo.
Mikroplastik Pada Bulu Babi Dari Rataan Terumbu Pulau Gili Labak Sumenep
Researchers collected sea urchins, water, and sediment from Gili Labak Island in Indonesia and found microplastics in all sample types including the digestive tracts of the urchins. The study confirms that microplastic contamination has reached even relatively remote Indonesian island ecosystems.
Existence of Microplastics in Indonesia’s Surface Water: A Review
This review summarizes evidence of microplastic contamination in surface waters across Indonesia, finding widespread pollution in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. The study underscores the urgency of improved plastic waste management in a country with one of the world's largest contributions to ocean plastic pollution.
Microplastics in sediment of Indonesia waters : A systematic review of occurrence, monitoring and potential environmental risks
This systematic review compiles research on microplastic pollution in Indonesian water sediments, finding widespread contamination across the country's rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. Since Indonesia is one of the world's largest archipelago nations, this plastic pollution threatens both marine ecosystems and the seafood that local communities depend on.
Microplastic pollution and regulating factors in the surface sediment of the Xuande Atolls in the South China Sea
Scientists found microplastic pollution in seafloor sediments at the remote Xuande Atolls in the South China Sea, and identified water currents and human activity as key drivers of where the particles accumulate. The presence of microplastics in such a distant marine area underscores how pervasive plastic pollution has become in ocean environments far from population centers.
Abundance of Microplastics in the Waters of Pelangan Village, West Lombok as an Indicator of Pollution
Researchers measured microplastic abundance in water, sediment, and gastropod samples from three locations in Pelangan Village, West Lombok, Indonesia, finding microplastic contamination in all compartments and establishing baseline pollution levels for this coastal area.
Widespread distribution of microplastics in subsurface seawater in the NE Pacific Ocean
Researchers detected and characterized microplastics in subsurface seawater samples collected across the northeast Pacific, finding widespread contamination below the surface layer and providing insight into how microplastics distribute through the water column.
Spatial Distribution and Quantification of Microplastic Contamination in Sediments of Kaliratu Coastal Waters, Kebumen, Indonesia
Researchers found microplastics in sediments along Kaliratu Beach in Indonesia at concentrations of 25–57.5 particles/kg, with fibres, fragments, films, and pellets all present, and used hydrodynamic modelling to trace how seasonal monsoon currents distribute them along the coastline. The findings highlight that even relatively remote Indonesian coastal areas near shrimp ponds and other anthropogenic activity are accumulating measurable plastic pollution.
Occurrence And Abundance Of Microplastics In Coral Reef Sediment: A Case Study In Sekotong, Lombok-Indonesia
Microplastics were found in coral reef sediments in Sekotong, Lombok, Indonesia, with possible contributions from ocean current transport through the Indonesian Throughflow. The findings highlight that microplastic contamination has reached Indonesia's coral reef ecosystems, which are among the most biodiverse on Earth.
Microplastics in the surface sediments from the eastern waters of Java Sea, Indonesia
Microplastics were found in surface sediments at all five sampling stations in the eastern Java Sea of Indonesia, near areas with heavy fishing and industrial activity. The study adds to documentation of widespread microplastic contamination in Indonesian coastal waters.
Pelagic microplastics around an archipelago of the Equatorial Atlantic
Researchers surveyed pelagic microplastic abundance around the Saint Peter and Saint Paul Archipelago in the Equatorial Atlantic, documenting the presence of microplastics at a remote mid-ocean location far from major urban centers. The findings extend the known geographic distribution of marine microplastic pollution to equatorial Atlantic waters and suggest widespread oceanic transport from distant sources.
Condition of microplastic garbage in sea surface water at around Kupang and Rote, East Nusa Tenggara Province
Microplastics were found in surface waters around Kupang and Rote in East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia, with particles mostly in the 10–2000 micrometer size range. The presence of microplastics in these Indonesian coastal waters highlights regional contamination risks for marine life and local fishing communities.
Review of Microplastic Pollution in Indonesian Waters
This review documents the extent of microplastic pollution across Indonesian waters, including rivers, coastal areas, and the seafloor, and discusses its sources and environmental impacts. Indonesia is one of the world's largest plastic waste producers, making understanding the domestic microplastic problem critical for regional marine health.
Macro Waste and Microplastics on Moyo and Medang Islands, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia
Surveys of beaches on Moyo and Medang islands in Indonesia found macro waste and microplastics distributed across both populated and remote shorelines. The study documents plastic pollution reaching relatively undisturbed island ecosystems, highlighting the far-reaching spread of plastic debris in Southeast Asian marine environments.
Microplastic pollution in deep-sea sediments and organisms of the Western Pacific Ocean
Researchers collected deep-sea sediment and organism samples from multiple sites in the western Pacific Ocean and found microplastics at all locations sampled, with depth, distance from land, and current patterns influencing accumulation, confirming the western Pacific deep sea as a significant microplastic sink.
Identification of Microplastic Abundance in Indonesia's Coastal Regions: A Review
This review assessed microplastic abundance across Indonesia's coastal regions, synthesizing studies from rivers, seas, and lakes to document the extent of MP pollution in this archipelago nation with high plastic waste generation and limited waste management infrastructure.
Microplastic pollution in deep-sea sediments
Researchers analyzed deep-sea sediment cores and found microplastics present at depth, providing early evidence that deep-sea sediments globally accumulate microplastic pollution far from coastlines and at the seafloor.
Microplastics in remote coral reef environments of the Xisha Islands in the South China Sea: Source, accumulation and potential risk
Scientists mapped microplastic contamination across 13 islands in the remote Xisha Islands of the South China Sea and found an average of 682 particles per kilogram of sediment. The study identified local sewage, fishing waste, and industrial runoff from nearby countries as the main sources. This shows that even remote coral reef ecosystems far from population centers are not safe from microplastic pollution.
Abundance, distribution and correlation of microplastics in Tuapejat coastal water Mentawai Islands Indonesia
Researchers found microplastics — primarily fibers, fragments, and films — in both water and sediment samples from coastal waters of the Mentawai Islands, Indonesia, with the highest concentrations linked to anthropogenic activities in this marine tourism hub.
Identification of Microplastics in The Outer Ambon Bay, Mollucas
Researchers identified and quantified microplastic accumulation in water and sediments from Outer Ambon Bay, Maluku, finding that plastic debris fragmented by physical and chemical factors had accumulated in the water column and sediments with potential for ingestion by marine biota.