This
systematic
review
aimed
to
establish
relationships
between
the
sample
matrices
and
main
methods
used
in
different
microplastics
research.
An
extensive
literature
search
was
carried
out
Springer,
MDPI
Scopus
databases
identify
relevant
publications
up
October
2022.
The
screening
resulted
156
studies
selected
for
full-text
reading.
results
demonstrated
that
samples
undergo
two
types
of
preparation:
density
separation
digestion
organic
matter.
In
matter,
technique
oxidation
with
hydrogen
peroxide
(H2O2)
a
concentration
30%.
separation,
zinc
chloride
(ZnCl2)
most
chemical
compound.
For
visual
identification,
employed
concepts
are
those
Hidalgo-Ruz
et
al.
(2012)
Norén
(2007).
Regardless
matrix,
identification
were
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectroscopy
(µFTIR),
µRaman
pyrolysis
mass
spectrometry
(Py-GC–MS).
choice
methodology
is
heavily
influenced
by
however,
other
aspects
relevant,
such
as
type
material
matter
sample.
To
overcome
challenge
standardizing
and,
so,
difficulty
comparing
results,
we
recommend
research
be
separated
based
on
method,
considering
it
influences
size
identified.
method
should
also
considered,
given
certain
solutions
may
underestimate
presence
denser
plastics.
These
steps
can
ensure
greater
accuracy
when
concerning
polymers
present
microplastic
samples.
Environment & Health,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
3(2), С. 118 - 132
Опубликована: Ноя. 25, 2024
The
increasing
prevalence
of
microplastics
in
the
environment
has
raised
concerns
about
their
potential
environmental
and
health
implications.
Biofilms
readily
colonize
upon
entry
into
environment,
altering
surface
characteristics.
While
most
studies
have
explored
how
biofilms
influence
adsorption
transportation
other
contaminants
by
microplastics,
reciprocal
interplay
between
resulting
ecological
risks
remain
understudied.
This
review
comprehensively
reviews
impact
microplastic
properties
on
biofilm
formation
composition,
including
microbial
community
structure.
We
then
explore
dynamic
interactions
biofilms,
examining
alter
physicochemical
properties,
migration,
deposition
microplastics.
Furthermore,
we
emphasize
biofilm-colonized
to
fate
pollutants.
Lastly,
discuss
biofilm–microplastic
may
modify
bioavailability,
biotoxicity,
implications
Environmental Pollutants and Bioavailability,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
36(1)
Опубликована: Ноя. 4, 2024
Microplastic
(MP)
pollution
in
aquatic
environment
has
increased
concerns.
This
study
comprehensively
examined
properties
and
health
risk
to
ecosystem
of
MPs
Xinyanggang
River
Estuary.
Monthly
sampling
2023
detected
water
column
(6.7
±
0.55–11.6
0.63
particles/L)
sediment
(6.2
0.78–10.2
0.53
particles/g),
with
abundance
peaking
summer,
coinciding
the
rainy
season.
The
major
features
included
transparency
fiber,
rayon,
PVDF,
PS,
PE
PP
composition.
dominant
size
fraction
was
0.001–0.25
mm.
Ecological
assessment
suggested
relatively
low
load
entering
However,
polymer
index
(PRI)
potential
ecological
(PERI)
that
are
hazardous
ecosystem.
firstly
characterized
MP
contamination
Xinyangang
Estuary,
provided
results
can
guide
management
more
broadly.
This
systematic
review
aimed
to
establish
relationships
between
the
sample
matrices
and
main
methods
used
in
different
microplastics
research.
An
extensive
literature
search
was
carried
out
Springer,
MDPI
Scopus
databases
identify
relevant
publications
up
October
2022.
The
screening
resulted
156
studies
selected
for
full-text
reading.
results
demonstrated
that
samples
undergo
two
types
of
preparation:
density
separation
digestion
organic
matter.
In
matter,
technique
oxidation
with
hydrogen
peroxide
(H2O2)
a
concentration
30%.
separation,
zinc
chloride
(ZnCl2)
most
chemical
compound.
For
visual
identification,
employed
concepts
are
those
Hidalgo-Ruz
et
al.
(2012)
Norén
(2007).
Regardless
matrix,
identification
were
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectroscopy
(µFTIR),
µRaman
pyrolysis
mass
spectrometry
(Py-GC–MS).
choice
methodology
is
heavily
influenced
by
however,
other
aspects
relevant,
such
as
type
material
matter
sample.
To
overcome
challenge
standardizing
and,
so,
difficulty
comparing
results,
we
recommend
research
be
separated
based
on
method,
considering
it
influences
size
identified.
method
should
also
considered,
given
certain
solutions
may
underestimate
presence
denser
plastics.
These
steps
can
ensure
greater
accuracy
when
concerning
polymers
present
microplastic
samples.
