Bulletin of the National Research Centre/Bulletin of the National Research Center,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
48(1)
Published: Oct. 22, 2024
Abstract
Background
Plastics
are
the
most
flexible
products
developed
with
a
wide
range
of
applications.
They
have
been
incorporated
into
almost
every
aspect
daily
life
due
to
their
strength
and
low
weight.
However,
widespread
use
inadequate
waste
management
resulted
in
accumulation
tiny
plastic
particles
throughout
environment.
Main
text
Microplastics
found
oceans,
rivers,
sediments,
sewers,
soil,
agricultural
products,
even
table
salts.
Human
beings
affected
by
microplastics
through
food
ingestion
inhalation.
Incorporated
may
accrue
within
body
affect
gastrointestinal,
immune,
endocrine,
brain,
respiratory
systems.
It
also
interferes
functions
major
organs
causes
chromosomal
abnormalities.
Conclusion
Addressing
issue
micro
nanoplastics
requires
interdisciplinary
research,
sustainable
solutions,
improved
The
main
focus
this
review
is
cover
harmful
effects
impact
on
human
health
stress
need
for
combating
strategies.
The Science of The Total Environment,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
929, P. 172577 - 172577
Published: April 18, 2024
Microplastics
are
a
prolific
environmental
contaminant
that
have
been
evidenced
in
human
tissues.
Human
uptake
of
microplastic
occurs
via
inhalation
airborne
fibres
and
ingestion
microplastic-contaminated
foods
beverages.
Plastic
PTFE-coated
cookware
food
contact
materials
may
release
micro-
nanoplastics
into
during
preparation.
In
this
study,
the
extent
to
which
non-plastic,
new
plastic
old
releases
microplastics
prepared
is
investigated.
Jelly
used
as
simulant,
undergoing
series
processing
steps
including
heating,
cooling,
mixing,
slicing
storage
replicate
preparation
undertaken
home
kitchens.
Using
non-plastic
did
not
introduce
simulant.
Conversely,
using
resulted
significant
increases
contamination.
comprised
PTFE,
polyethylene
polypropylene
particulates
fibrous
particles,
ranging
13-318
μm.
Assuming
meal
was
daily
per
prescribed
methodology,
be
contributing
2409-4964
annum
homecooked
food.
The
health
implications
ingesting
remains
unclear.
Water Air & Soil Pollution,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
235(7)
Published: June 16, 2024
Abstract
This
article
presents
the
first-ever
findings
on
release
of
MPs
(microplastics)
from
tea
bags
containing
leaves
into
infusions
in
Türkiye.
The
study
aimed
to
investigate
possible
distribution
and
abundance
cup
teapot
fifteen
packaged
brands
Türkiye
using
ATF/FTIR
analysis.
results
showed
that
were
found
all
analyzed
brands.
Surprisingly,
highest
particle
number
was
observed
dry
samples
(removed
bags)
belonging
Brands
A
O
had
MPs.
All
MP
particles
identified
fiber
shape,
four
colors
identified,
with
a
predominance
navy
blue.
Polyethylene
terephthalate
(PET)
most
abundant
polymer
type.
size
varied
33.65
μm
1680.20
μm.
daily
exposure
by
intake
for
male
female
groups,
dietary
males
greater
than
females.
According
contamination
factor
values,
wide
variety
levels
determined,
significant
very
high
contamination.
mean
risk
index
determined
be
10.80,
indicating
low
level
risk.
Additionally,
this
also
provides
information
potential
health
effects
these
harmful
Considering
consuming
is
way
individuals
come
contact
MPs,
prepared
could
potentially
have
adverse
consumers.
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