Microplastic contamination and earthworms: Current trends and research needs
Juan C. Sanchez-Hernandez
Abstract:Microplastic pollution in agricultural soils is a growing global concern that demands an urgent understanding of its effects on soil function and ecosystem services. Soil-dwelling earthworms exhibit strong subsoil bioturbation, which contributes to processes associated with many ecosystem services such as water regulation, nutrient cycling, biomass production, pollution control and remediation, among others. This functional association between earthworms and soil has made these organisms suitable candidates fo… Show more
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