This paper outlines the nature of microplastic contamination in rivers and the risks to
freshwater fishes. We discuss how input sources influence the concentration and …

Microplastics (MPs) are pollutants of emerging concern that have been reported in terrestrial
and aquatic ecosystems as well as in food items. The increasing production and use of …

This study was to investigate temporal and spatial variation of microplastics in surface water
and sediment in the urban rivers of Harbin during dry and wet season. Water samples (n …

The increase in the usage of biodegradable microplastics (MPs) as an alternative to
conventional plastics has necessitated comprehensive ecotoxicity assessments of …

This study provided the first evaluation of microplastic abundance, features, risk assessment,
and decade-changing status in sediment along the southeastern Black Sea coast. Sediment …

Plastic waste is considered a major threat for terrestrial, marine and freshwater ecosystems.
Ingestion of primary or secondary microparticles resulting from plastic degradation can lead …

Abstract Microplastics (plastics< 5 mm) are an environmental contaminant that can
negatively impact the behaviour and physiology of aquatic biota. Although parasite infection …

The rivers have been proven to be potential sources and the major transport pathways of
microplastic (MP) in natural aquatic eco-systems, yet there is an absence of understanding …

Plastic products are widely used due to their lightness, durability, low cost, and malleability,
and their threat to the environment is becoming increasingly apparent. However, the …

Microplastics are becoming an increasingly common pollutant that can pose a threat to living
organisms. The aim of this research was to determine the amount, type, and diversity of …