Extraction and Characterization of Microplastics from Portuguese Industrial Effluents

Extraction and Characterization of Microplastics from Portuguese Industrial Effluents

Microplastics (MPs) are contaminants present in the environment. The current study evaluates the contribution of different well-established industrial sectors in Portugal regarding their release of MPs and potential contamination of the aquifers. For each type of industry, samples were collected fro...

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Main Authors: Solange Magalhães, Luís Alves, Anabela Romano, Bruno Medronho, Maria da Graça Rasteiro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-07-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
microplastics
Portugal
resin
pharmaceutical
PVC
paint
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/14/14/2902

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