Microplastics in Freshwaters: Implications for Aquatic Autotrophic Organisms and Fauna Health
Microplastics (MPs) represent small plastic particles with sizes between 1 μm and 5 mm, are insoluble in water, andclassified as primary (these are originally produced in small sizes) or secondary (the result of the degradation of plastic) types. MPs accumulate in all ecosystems, including freshwate...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-01-01
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| Series: | Microplastics |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-8929/2/1/3 |