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Influence of Microplastics in Environmental Contamination and Human Health: An Analytical and Statistical Approach

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  • Manasvi Jain

    (Research Scholar, Department of Chemistry, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Career Point University, Kota-325003 Rajasthan, India)

  • Arun Sharma

    (Research Supervisor, Department of Chemistry, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Career Point University, Kota-325003 Rajasthan, India)

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Background: Plastics have many practical applications, leading to large amounts of plastic waste. Improper recycling or reuse of these waste results in environmental contamination, with microplastics becoming common pollutants. Microplastics can absorb and transport toxic contaminants, while also releasing harmful additives into the environment. Aim and Objectives: Researching microplastics’ prevalence in different ecosystems, their effects on food webs, and hazards to human health are the overarching goals of this project. Methodology: The present research on The publication reviews microplastics in marine and terrestrial ecosystems. It also delves into new research that has linked microplastics to human faeces, which may indicate that these contaminants enter the body via the sustenance and hydration we ingest. Findings: Land and marine ecosystems across the world contain microplastics. Microplastics may be ingested and accumulated by animals at every stage of the food chain, including humans. Some of the hazardous compounds absorbed by microplastics may interfere with endocrine functioning, and they can also release plastic additives. Conclusion: The specific ways in which microplastics harm people’s bodies are not well understood. In order to guide future efforts to manage and prevent pollution, further study on the dangers of microplastic pollution is required.

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  • Manasvi Jain & Arun Sharma, 2024. "Influence of Microplastics in Environmental Contamination and Human Health: An Analytical and Statistical Approach," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 11(12), pages 388-424, December.
  • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:11:y:2024:i:12:p:388-424
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