The production and consumption of textiles is continuously increasing due to the growth of
population and fast fashion. Fiber fragments (1 µm–5 mm) released from garments and …

Abstract Microplastics (synthetic polymers< 5 mm) have been recently recognized as a big
environmental concern, as their ubiquity is an undeniable fact. Their wide variety regarding …

Microplastic (MP) pollution has become a global concern in terms of its environmental
abundance and potential detrimental effects. Fibrous microplastics (FMPs) released from …

Synthetic textiles are considered a prime source of microplastics fibers which are a prevalent
shape of microplastic pollution. Whilst the release mechanisms and formation of such …

Plastic fibers are ubiquitous in daily life with additives incorporated to improve their
performance. Only a few restrictions exist for a paucity of common additives, while most of …

A new and more alarming source of marine contamination has been recently identified in
micro and nanosized plastic fragments. Microplastics are difficult to see with the naked eye …

Abstract Microplastics (MP), ie, particles measuring less than 5 mm in size, are considered
emerging pollutants. The ubiquity of MP is causing great concern among environmental and …

Microplastic pollution represents a side-effect stemming from a global plastic waste
mismanagement problem and includes degraded particles or mass produced plastic …

Microplastic fibers, also known as microfibers, are the most abundant microplastic forms
found in the environment. Microfibers are released in massive numbers from textile …

Microplastics in the environment are a subject of intense research as they pose a potential
threat to marine organisms. Plastic fibers from textiles have been indicated as a major …