Microplastic Pollution: A Growing Threat to Marine Ecosystems
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/yrf7m803Keywords:
Microplastics, Marine pollution, Environmental impact, Marine ecosystems, Plastic debris, Marine organisms, Toxicity.Abstract
Microplastic pollution has emerged as a ubiquitous environmental concern all over the world, posing a threat to marine ecosystems and human health. This review delves into the sources, distribution, impacts, and potential mitigation strategies for microplastic pollution. Microplastics, tiny plastic particles less than 5mm, originate from various sources, including primary microplastics (intentionally manufactured) and secondary microplastics (derived from the degradation of larger plastic items). These particles are widely distributed in marine environments, impacting marine organisms through ingestion, entanglement, and chemical pollution.
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