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Most commonly studied for the detrimental effects caused in marine environments, the impacts of '''Microplastics''' on soil ecosystems have been largely neglected [1]. The main sources of microplastic pollution in soil is thought to be plastic mulching film and waste water irrigation.
Most commonly studied for the detrimental effects caused in marine environments, the impacts of '''Microplastics''' on soil ecosystems have been largely neglected [1]. The main sources of microplastic pollution in soil is thought to be plastic mulching film and fertilizer produced through waste water irrigation.


== Accumulation in Fertilizer==
== Accumulation in Fertilizer==

Revision as of 03:56, 6 May 2019


Most commonly studied for the detrimental effects caused in marine environments, the impacts of Microplastics on soil ecosystems have been largely neglected [1]. The main sources of microplastic pollution in soil is thought to be plastic mulching film and fertilizer produced through waste water irrigation.

Accumulation in Fertilizer

Potential Impacts on Plant and Soil Health

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