The threat of micro/nanoplastic to aquatic plants: current knowledge, gaps, and future perspectives

Osman, Donia M.; Yuan, Wenke; Shabaka, Soha; Nyaga, Muthii Patrick; Geng, Jun; Yu, Yongxiang; Yang, Yuyi

doi:10.1016/j.aquatox.2023.106771

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“…This plastic-induced shade suppresses the growth Plastic Pollution in Inland Waters -A Threat to Life DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.1005201 of submerged plants, hindering their capacity to fix carbon and maintain biomass. Ingestion of microplastics further intensifies the threat, with studies reporting accumulation on and within plant tissues, raising concerns about enzyme inhibition, cell stress, and metabolic decline [66,67].…”

Section: The Growing Threat To Freshwater Floramentioning

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“…Common additives like phthalates and flame retardants, confirmed endocrine disruptors, leach into the water from plastics, while organic contaminants like Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and pesticides readily bind to plastic surfaces, heightening plant exposure to toxins [68]. Documented impacts include altered cell structures, disrupted pigment production, and weakened enzymatic activity [67].…”

Section: The Growing Threat To Freshwater Floramentioning

confidence: 99%

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Plastic Pollution in Inland Waters – A Threat to Life

Serena McConnell

2024

Inland Waters - Ecology, Limnology and Environmental Protection [Working Title]

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This chapter explores a comprehensive approach to mitigating plastic pollution in freshwater ecosystems, aligning recommendations with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Regulatory measures, including extended producer responsibility and waste management infrastructure, are essential to curb plastic production. Mitigation strategies emphasize technological innovations, nature-based solutions, and individual actions. Education and outreach activities, targeting schools, communities, and businesses, play a pivotal role in preventing future pollution. Challenges and research needs highlight the evolving nature of the issue, necessitating a deeper understanding of plastic sources, long-term effects, and effective monitoring techniques. The interdisciplinary approach presented integrates environmental, social, and economic dimensions, emphasizing the interconnectedness of sustainability efforts.

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Section: The Growing Threat To Freshwater Floramentioning

confidence: 99%