The
tiny
plastic
particles
known
as
microplastics,
which
are
smaller
than
5
millimetres
in
size,
have
raised
environmental
concerns
on
a
global
scale
result
of
their
wide
spread
and
potential
ecological
impacts.
They
generated
through
various
sources
can
be
either
primary
microplastic
or
secondary
microplastics
depending
the
nature
generation.
Primary
produced
intentionally
used
industries
such
cosmetics,
personal
care
products,
textiles.
Synthetic
fibers
from
clothing,
like
polyester
nylon,
another
significant
source
washing
machines
wastewater
treatment
plants,
it
enters
into
environment
directly.
However,
due
to
forces,
large
plastic-based
products
breakdown
generate
microplastics.
All
types
pose
persistence,
mobility,
accumulate
ecosystems.
Microplastic
also
food
chain
leads
health
risks
for
both
wildlife
humans.
Efforts
being
made
globally
mitigate
generation
release
Initiatives
improve
waste
management,
increase
recycling
rates,
promote
sustainable
alternatives
implemented.
Therefore,
small
that
sources,
including
intentional
production
larger
items.
As
awareness
grows,
there
is
an
increasing
focus
reducing
developing
solutions
tackle
this
pressing
issue.
In
present
chapter,
attempt
was
overview
uses,
types,
understand
uptake,
prevalence,
fate
different
environments.
Environmental Advances,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13, P. 100439 - 100439
Published: Oct. 1, 2023
Dioxins
are
highly
toxic
compounds
that
pose
significant
risks
to
human
health
and
the
environment.
Burning
plastics
is
a
major
source
of
dioxin
emissions,
contributing
their
presence
in
This
review
paper
presents
scientometric
analysis
publications
spanning
four
decades
(1987-2023)
aiming
investigate
relationship
between
emissions.
Relevant
scientific
articles
were
retrieved
from
Scopus
database,
quantitative
analyses
carried
out
using
VOSviewer
tool.
Data
on
literature
coupling,
keyword
co-occurrence,
authorship,
countries/regions
activities
extracted,
mapped,
interpreted,
validated.
Additionally,
systematic
was
conducted
provide
comprehensive
insights
into
existing
research
smart
sensing
technologies
strategies
employed
mitigate
emissions
plastic
waste
incineration.
The
findings
showed
number
has
rapidly
increased
since
2005,
indicating
growing
interest.
main
keywords
used
for
included
"air
pollutants",
"waste
management",
"mass
spectrometry",
"toxicity".
results
this
contribute
broader
understanding
complex
environmental
degradation,
facilitating
informed
decision-making
technology
integration
more
sustainable
future.
Waste Management Bulletin,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
1(4), P. 93 - 103
Published: Oct. 11, 2023
The
COVID-19
pandemic
disrupted
global
waste
management,
highlighting
the
need
for
adaptable
practices.
Health
and
safety
took
precedence
over
environmental
concerns,
resulting
in
significant
shifts
municipal
solid
management.
increased
use
of
personal
protective
equipment
(PPE)
like
masks
gloves
led
to
a
surge
plastic
fiber
waste.
Changes
consumer
behavior,
such
as
online
shopping
food
delivery,
also
contributed
higher
household
Improper
management
posed
secondary
transmission
risks.
Healthcare
waste,
generated
hospitals
quarantine
centers,
correlated
with
rising
infections.
Inadequate
practices,
including
traditional
open
incineration,
exposed
communities
toxins.
This
review
examines
trends
households
across
various
regions
during
pandemic.
It
discusses
collectors'
challenges
strategies
achieving
zero
Findings
from
this
study
showed
that
pandemic's
impact
on
generation
varied
regions,
influenced
by
economic
factors.
Low-income
countries
less
per
capita
than
high-income
countries.
While
some
experienced
reduction
due
reduced
industrial
activities
pandemic,
many
countries,
driven
changes
behavior
widespread
adoption
PPE.
used
surgical
emerged
challenge,
billions
discarded
monthly,
contributing
pollution.
disposal
PPE
developing
nations
health
hazards,
clogging
landfills,
littering
environment.
Addressing
issue
is
crucial
maintaining
sustainability.
In
conclusion,
brought
unique
necessitating
adaptability
innovative
solutions.
Proper
practices
are
essential
safeguarding
public
health,
preventing
pollution,
ensuring
sustainable
future.
The
tiny
plastic
particles
known
as
microplastics,
which
are
smaller
than
5
millimetres
in
size,
have
raised
environmental
concerns
on
a
global
scale
result
of
their
wide
spread
and
potential
ecological
impacts.
They
generated
through
various
sources
can
be
either
primary
microplastic
or
secondary
microplastics
depending
the
nature
generation.
Primary
produced
intentionally
used
industries
such
cosmetics,
personal
care
products,
textiles.
Synthetic
fibers
from
clothing,
like
polyester
nylon,
another
significant
source
washing
machines
wastewater
treatment
plants,
it
enters
into
environment
directly.
However,
due
to
forces,
large
plastic-based
products
breakdown
generate
microplastics.
All
types
pose
persistence,
mobility,
accumulate
ecosystems.
Microplastic
also
food
chain
leads
health
risks
for
both
wildlife
humans.
Efforts
being
made
globally
mitigate
generation
release
Initiatives
improve
waste
management,
increase
recycling
rates,
promote
sustainable
alternatives
implemented.
Therefore,
small
that
sources,
including
intentional
production
larger
items.
As
awareness
grows,
there
is
an
increasing
focus
reducing
developing
solutions
tackle
this
pressing
issue.
In
present
chapter,
attempt
was
overview
uses,
types,
understand
uptake,
prevalence,
fate
different
environments.
