Nano-based remediation strategies for micro and nanoplastic pollution: A review
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Sarwar, Adnan
Waheed, Saba
Iqbal, Zeenat Fatima
Imran, Muhammad
Javaid, Ayesha
Kim, Tak H
Khan, Muhammad Shahzeb
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Due to rapid urbanization, there have been continuous environmental threats from different pollutants, especially from microplastics. Plastic products rapidly proliferate significantly contributing to the occurrence of micro-plastics, which poses a significant environmental risk. These microplastics originated from diverse sources and are characterized by their persistent and widespread occurrence; human health and the entire ecosystem are adversely affected by them. The removal of microplastics not only requires innovative technologies but also efficient materials capable of effectively eliminating them from our environment. The progress made so far has highlighted the advantages of utilizing the dimensional and structural properties of nanomaterials to increase the effectiveness of existing methods for micro-plastic treatment, aiming for a more sustainable approach to their removal. In the current review, we demonstrate a thorough overview of the sources, occurrences, and potential harmful effects of microplastics, followed by a further discussion of promising technologies used for their removal. An in-depth examination of both advantages and a few limitations of all these given technologies, including physical, chemical, and biological approaches, has been discussed. Additionally, the review explores the use of nanomaterials as an effective means to overcome obstacles and improve the efficiency of microplastic elimination methods. n conclusion, this review addresses, current challenges in this field and outlines the future perspectives for further research in this domain.
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Journal of Contaminant Hydrology
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Pollution and contamination
Nanotechnology
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Rizvi, NB; Sarwar, A; Waheed, S; Iqbal, ZF; Imran, M; Javaid, A; Kim, TH; Khan, MS, Nano-based remediation strategies for micro and nanoplastic pollution: A review, Journal of Contaminant Hydrology, 2024, pp. 104380