Problem soils are referred to as those with poor physical, chemical, and biological properties
that inhibit or prevent plant growth. These poor properties may be a result of soil formation …

Phthalate esters are one of the most frequently detected persistent organic pollutants in the
environment. A better understanding of their occurrence and degradation in the environment …

The widespread distribution of phthalates (PAEs) in agricultural soils is increasing
drastically; however, the environmental occurrence and potential risk of PAEs in agricultural …

Soil pollution is a global problem in both developed and develo** countries. Countries
with rapidly develo** economies such as China are faced with significant soil pollution …

Non-point source (NPS) pollution has been increasingly serious in China since the 1990s.
The increases of agricultural NPS pollution in China is evaluated for the period 2000− 2008 …

The toxicity and bioaccumulation potential of phthalate acid esters (PAEs) make their impact
on the environment a matter of considerable concern. Due to China's recent economic …

Phthalates (PAEs) are extensively used as plasticizers and constitute one of the most
frequently detected organic contaminants in the environment. With the deterioration of eco …

Intensive use of plastic films can induce contamination of microplastics (MPs) and phthalate
esters (PAEs), but data on their relationship in agricultural soil has been scarce. This study …

Increased anthropogenic activities are confronted as the main cause for rising
environmental and health concerns globally, presenting an indisputable threat to both …

Phthalate esters (PAEs) are suspected of having adverse effects on human health and have
been frequently detected in soils and vegetables. The present study investigated their …