There have been numerous studies that have identified the presence of low-density
microplastics (MPs) in the water column and sediments. The focus of current MPs research …

Microplastics, plastic particles with a size smaller than 5 mm, are widely observed in the
global environments and pose a growing threat as they accumulate and affect the …

The widespread presence of microplastics (MPs) in the Yangtze River, the third longest river
in the world, has drawn increasing attention. Although numerous studies have been …

Microplastic pollution has become pervasive. Identifying a bioindicator species to track the
occurrence and effects of microplastics (MPs) on ecosystems is crucial for determining their …

Abstract Knowledge on the processes controlling the vertical distribution of microplastics
(MPs) in estuaries is less. This research was carried out to determine the MP distribution in …

While microplastic transport, fate, and effects have been a focus of studies globally, the
consequences of their presence on ecosystem functioning have not received the same …

Microplastics are of concern due to their potential environmental risks. This research aims to
find the effect of land use (agriculture, urban, and aquaculture) and population density on …

Microplastic pollution in freshwater environments has received increasing attention.
However, limited research on the occurrence and distribution of microplastics in plateau …

Microplastics (MPs) are ubiquitous, difficult to degrade, and potentially threatening to
organisms in marine environment, so it is important to clarify the factors that affect their …

Microplastic (MP) pollution has become a global concern due to its potential impacts on the
environment, ecosystem services and human health. The goals of the present study were to …