A study on textile microfiber contamination in the gastrointestinal tracts of <i>Merluccius merluccius</i> samples from the Tyrrhenian Sea

The increased demand and consumption of synthetic textiles have contributed to microplastic pollution in the form of microfibers. These particles are widely spread in the aquatic environment, leading to the exposure of marine biota, including edible species. The current study aimed to assess the ex...

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Main Authors: Serena Santonicola, Michela Volgare, Marica Erminia Schiano, Mariacristina Cocca, Giampaolo Colavita
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2024-03-01
Series:Italian Journal of Food Safety
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Online Access:https://www.pagepressjournals.org/ijfs/article/view/12216