Microplastics in the Environment
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  • Release Date: 2023-07-19
  • microbeads
  • microfibers
  • public health
  • biohazards
  • pollution
  • mitigation
  • ecosystem
  • environment
  • awareness
  • marine
  • water
Video Introduction

This video is adapted from 10.3390/su151410821

There has been mounting concern about the bearing of microplastics on human health and the comprehensive natural environment. These particles come from a variety of sources, such as soaps, personal care products, and the rundown of bigger plastic items. The impacts of microplastics on marine life and other ecosystems are substantial, including ingestion by marine animals, interference with their reproductive systems, and even death. The economic implications of microplastics are also significant, with industries, such as fishing and tourism being affected by the presence of microplastics in the environment.

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Sinha, J.K. Microplastics in the Environment. Encyclopedia. Available online: https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/800 (accessed on 03 May 2024).
Sinha JK. Microplastics in the Environment. Encyclopedia. Available at: https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/800. Accessed May 03, 2024.
Sinha, Jitendra Kumar. "Microplastics in the Environment" Encyclopedia, https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/800 (accessed May 03, 2024).
Sinha, J.K. (2023, July 19). Microplastics in the Environment. In Encyclopedia. https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/800
Sinha, Jitendra Kumar. "Microplastics in the Environment." Encyclopedia. Web. 19 July, 2023.