Microplastics in Terrestrial Environments: Emerging Contaminants and Major Challenges

This book focuses on microplastics as emerging persistent contaminants in terrestrial environments. Scientists from around the globe review recent advances in multi-disciplinary research on micro(nano)plastics, including analytical methods; the sources, fate and distribution of microplastics; ecological risks; toxicity and health risks; and control and countermeasures for microplastics in terrestrial environments. Offering a comprehensive overview of microplastics in terrestrial environments, the book is a valuable resource for environmental researchers, ecologists and toxicologists, as well as for policymakers and non-experts.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3030562700
• ISBN13: 9783030562700
• Release Date: August 2020
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 471 Pages
• Weight: 1.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"