Microparticles of anthropogenic origin (microplastics and microfibers) in sandy sediments: A case study from calabria, italy.

ABSTRACT: Microparticles of anthropogenic origin, such as microplastics and microfibers, are pervasive pollutants in the marine environment of the world. These microparticles pollute water and can be ingested by biota; however, while microplastics are often monitored, very few studies focus on microfibers. Coastal areas, such as beaches, are more vulnerable to pollution due to their location between terrestrial and marine environments and their recreational and touristic functions. In this study, microparticle occurrence frequency was investigated along the Calabria coast, Italy, in one touristic beach in comparison with an unpopular one. High amounts of microparticles of anthropogenic origin were found in all sediment samples, despite the evident different tourist exploitation of the two examined b

SUBMITTER: Balestra V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11445366 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature