Global perspective of ecological risk of plastic pollution on soil microbial communities.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The impacts of plastic pollution on soil ecosystems have emerged as a significant global environmental concern. The progress in understanding how plastic pollution affects soil microbial communities and ecological functions is essential for addressing this issue effectively.

Methods

A bibliometric analysis was conducted on the literature from the Web of Science Core Collection database to offer valuable insights into the dynamics and trends in this field.

Results

To date, the effects of plastic residues on soil enzymatic activities, microbial biomass, respiration rate, community diversity and functions have been examined, whereas the effects of plastic pollution on soil microbes are still controversial.

Discussion

To include a comprehensive examina

SUBMITTER: Yang B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11496196 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature