An investigation into the behavior of disposable face masks in modified bitumen for sustainable transportation pathways
Since December 2019, COVID-19 infection rates have risen considerably, and the virus is currently widespread around the world. Following the COVID-19 outbreak, the production of medical waste has skyrocketed. Disposable face masks are considered medical waste. Alternative measures must be implemente...
Main Authors: | Syahirah Mansor, Nur Amirah Mohd Zamri, Zanariah Abd Rahman, Rozaini Ramli, Ahmad Kamil Arshad |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
2023
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Online Access: | http://journalarticle.ukm.my/22181/1/kjt_8.pdf |
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