Assessing microplastic ingestion and occurrence of bisphenols and phthalates in bivalves, fish and holothurians from a Mediterranean marine protected area

Rios-Fuster, Beatriz; Alomar, Carme; González, Gema Paniagua; Martínez, Rosa María Goig; Rojas, Dulce Lucy Soliz; Hernando, Pilar Fernández; Deudero, Salud

doi:10.1016/j.envres.2022.114034

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“…Different zooplankton species showed a MP shape preference and this was explained by the different feeding behaviors performed by these species since Calanus helgolandicus as a suspension feeder ingested significantly more fragments than fibers and beads, Acartia tonsa an ambush feeder ingested significantly more fibers, and Homarus gammarus larvae, also an ambush feeder, more beads (Botterell et al 2020). In addition, all individuals analyzed from Cabrera MPA of Holothuria tubulosa, Holothuria poli, and Holothuria forskali showed a high MP ingestion with the 100% of the individuals showing MPs, mainly fibers, in their gastrointestinal tract (Rios-Fuster et al 2022a).…”

Section: Influence Of the Predominant Seafloor Habitatmentioning

confidence: 94%

“…This fact can be explained by the phenomenon mentioned above that exposes the ability of some vegetal species such as Posidonia oceanica to trap MPs generating aegagropilaes jointly with the lignocellulosic debris of P. oceanica which under extreme meteorological conditions are washed ashore, reducing the presence of these particles in the water environment (Sanchez-Vidal et al 2021). In addition to the presence of relevant species such as P. oceanica, some benthic species inhabiting the area such as sea cucumbers can alter the distribution of MPs in marine sediments as a consequence of the high ingestion of MPs and the consequent accumulation of these particles due to its non-selective feeding behavior (Compa et al 2022a;Rios-Fuster et al 2022a).…”

Section: Influence Of the Predominant Seafloor Habitatmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Are seafloor habitats influencing the distribution of microplastics in coastal sediments of a Marine Protected Area?

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Environ Sci Pollut Res

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The marine environment is affected by the increasing presence of microplastics (MPs; < 5 mm), and the seafloor acts as a sink for these particles. Locations with different predominant seafloor habitat and protection level applied were selected from Cabrera Marine-Terrestrial National Park (henceforth, Cabrera MPA) (western Mediterranean Sea) with the aim to assess the distribution of MPs along the sediments of this Mediterranean MPA. A total of 37 samples were collected. A high diversity of sediment between locations was detected according to the Udden-Wentworth classification and locations were clustered into two main groups according to the predominance of different particle size fractions. The identification of MPs was carried out according to the sediment particle size classification. A total of 1431 MPs and a mean value (± SD) of 314.53 ± 409.94 items kg−1 D.W. were identified, and 70% of the particles were fibers. Statistically higher abundances of MPs were found in sediments collected from sandy habitats, with a mean value of 630.80 ± 636.87 items kg−1 D.W., compared to the abundances of MPs found in locations with different predominant seafloor habitats, that ranged from 136.79 ± 156.33 items kg−1 D.W. in habitats with similar predominance of seagrass and sand to 223.02 ± 113.35 items kg−1 D.W. in habitats with similar predominance of rocks and sand. The abundance of MPs regarding each sediment particle size fraction differed between years and locations, and the abundance of MPs according to each identified shape differed between sampling years, particle size fraction, and predominant seafloor habitat. The present study highlights the ubiquitous presence of MPs in seafloor sediments from a MPA. Furthermore, the results suggest that the predominant seafloor habitat can modulate the presence of MPs in marine environments in both general abundances and shape of items.

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Section: Influence Of the Predominant Seafloor Habitatmentioning

confidence: 94%

Section: Influence Of the Predominant Seafloor Habitatmentioning

confidence: 99%

Are seafloor habitats influencing the distribution of microplastics in coastal sediments of a Marine Protected Area?

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Environ Sci Pollut Res

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“…During aging, introduced additives can be released into food and exhibit harmful effects on organisms in contact with them ( Table 3 ) [ 77 ]. Bisphenol A (BPA) is an example of a plasticizer [ 78 ], which release from MPs has been confirmed. A study of fishes ( Dicentrarchus labrax , Trachurus trachurus , Scomber colias ) from the Northeast Atlantic showed the presence of BPA, bisphenol B (BPB), and bisphenol E (BPE) in muscles, and BPA additionally in the liver [ 79 ].…”

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Microplastics Derived from Food Packaging Waste—Their Origin and Health Risks

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Plastics are commonly used for packaging in the food industry. The most popular thermoplastic materials that have found such applications are polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET), and polystyrene (PS). Unfortunately, most plastic packaging is disposable. As a consequence, significant amounts of waste are generated, entering the environment, and undergoing degradation processes. They can occur under the influence of mechanical forces, temperature, light, chemical, and biological factors. These factors can present synergistic or antagonistic effects. As a result of their action, microplastics are formed, which can undergo further fragmentation and decomposition into small-molecule compounds. During the degradation process, various additives used at the plastics’ processing stage can also be released. Both microplastics and additives can negatively affect human and animal health. Determination of the negative consequences of microplastics on the environment and health is not possible without knowing the course of degradation processes of packaging waste and their products. In this article, we present the sources of microplastics, the causes and places of their formation, the transport of such particles, the degradation of plastics most often used in the production of packaging for food storage, the factors affecting the said process, and its effects.

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“…When the diameter of MPs is <150 μm, they can enter the blood circulation and lymphatic system of the human body through the intestinal tract (Smith et al, 2018 ). MPs residues have also been detected in many products consumed by consumers, such as drinking water (Semmouri et al, 2022 ), bivalves, fish, and holothurians (Rios-Fuster et al, 2022 ). MPs also exist in tea plastic bags frequently used by consumers, thus the maximum exposure of consumers to MPs can reach 1.1 × 10 4 (Hernandez et al, 2019 ).…”

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The impact of perceived risk of online takeout packaging and the moderating role of educational level

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Tan

et al. 2023

Humanit Soc Sci Commun

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With the rapid development of e-commerce and the impact of COVID-19, online takeout has become the first choice of more and more consumers. Previous research has indicated that food packaging is of great significance to marketing performance, yet very little is known about the mechanisms through which food packaging pollution risk affects online takeout consumption. This study proposes an expanded model of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) by incorporating the Concept of Perceived Risk (CPR) to analyze the mechanism of consumers’ packaging pollution risk perception (PPRP) on their purchasing intention toward online takeout. Online survey was performed to collect data from 336 valid respondents in China, which was analyzed using structural equation modeling. The research findings verify the effectiveness of the TPB in the context of Chinese online takeout. Notably, the PPRP of online takeout was found to have a significant negative impact on consumers’ attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control (PBC). It was also confirmed that consumers’ attitudes, subjective norms, and PBC regarding online takeout partially mediate the negative relationship between PPRP and purchase intention. In addition, the findings corroborate the granular nuances among three groups concerning consumers’ education level. The results do not only provide suggestions to the online takeout industry but also contribute theoretical value and practical significance for the improvement of sustainable food consumption.

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Assessing microplastic ingestion and occurrence of bisphenols and phthalates in bivalves, fish and holothurians from a Mediterranean marine protected area

Cited by 50 publications

References 56 publications

Are seafloor habitats influencing the distribution of microplastics in coastal sediments of a Marine Protected Area?

Are seafloor habitats influencing the distribution of microplastics in coastal sediments of a Marine Protected Area?

Microplastics Derived from Food Packaging Waste—Their Origin and Health Risks

The impact of perceived risk of online takeout packaging and the moderating role of educational level

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