Plastic pollution is now pervasive in the Arctic, even in areas with no apparent human
activity, such as the deep seafloor. In this Review, we describe the sources and impacts of …

The microplastic pollution and related ecological impacts in the aquatic environment have
attracted global attention over the past decade. Microplastics can be ingested by aquatic …

Plastics are the most important component in marine debris. In turn, within plastics,
microplastics (< 5 mm) are those that most affect marine biota. Thus, this review has as its …

Plastic additives comprise a plethora of substances that serve numerous purposes in the
plastic industry. These can be used to assist the molding of plastics and can contribute to …

Microplastics are increasingly recognized as ubiquitous global contaminants, but questions
linger regarding their source, transport and fate. We document the widespread distribution of …

The presence of microplastics in the aquatic environment poses a serious threat not only to
aquatic organisms but also to human beings that consume them. The uptake and effects of …

Global plastic production has increased exponentially since manufacturing commenced in
the 1950's, including polymer types infused with diverse additives and fillers. While the …

Microplastics receive significant societal and scientific attention due to increasing concerns
about their impact on the environment and human health. Marine mammals are considered …

Microplastics (MPs) have been seen over recent years as a major water contaminant with
significant potential for adverse health and animal health effects. Natural attenuation has …

The menace of plastic which is polluting the ocean has emerged as a global problem. It is
well-known to everyone that the ultimate end for most of the plastic debris is the ocean. The …