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Contaminants in the Urban Environment: Microplastics

Maia McGuire, , , , andAlexander Reisinger


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Contaminants in the Urban Environment series
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This series describes the occurrence, toxic effects and sources of various contaminants in the environment and provides guidance on ways to protect human and environmental health. It is written for state and local government officials, soil scientists, medical professionals, consulting engineers, Extension agents, and citizens in mind.

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Plastic particles, less than 5 millimeters in diameter, that are generated from the degradation of larger pieces or are manufactured to be microstructures or smaller.

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The Florida Sea Grant College Program supports research and education activities that help Florida's shoreline communities, industries and citizens wisely use the state's coastal and marine resources.
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UF/IFAS Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences Extension faculty translate current and relevant soil and water science knowledge into user-friendly form for Florida residents, visitors, industry, business, governmental agencies and county agents.

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