ARE THERE MICROPLASTIC PRODUCTS IN THE DIVOR ALBUFEIRA? DEVELOPING A SAMPLING PLAN
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https://doi.org/10.56346/ijsa.v7i10.288Keywords:
Microplastics, Monitoring, Sampling, Reservoir banks.Abstract
In recent years, studies have emerged on the detection and identification of microplastics present on beaches and in organisms, due to concerns about the excessive presence of plastic waste in the environment and its consequences. However, studies on microplastics in freshwater, on the banks of watercourses or in reservoirs are still scarce. Therefore, the present work consists of drawing up a monitoring plan that focuses on sampling to assess the existence of microplastics on the banks of the Divor reservoir (Évora municipality, Portugal), as well as quantifying and identifying them whenever possible. The results show that the banks of the reservoir concentrate a significant amount of microplastics, especially in places that are favourable for recreational and agricultural activities and are easily accessible.
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