微塑料
海湾
海水
环境科学
横断面
河口
丰度(生态学)
海洋学
渔业
污染
海洋废弃物
生态学
生物
地质学
碎片
作者
Natenapa Ruangpanupan,Achara Ussawarujikulchai,Benjaphorn Prapagdee,Suchana Chavanich
标识
DOI:10.1016/j.marpolbul.2022.113664
摘要
This study aimed to evaluate the microplastics abundance, composition and distribution in Bandon Bay's surface seawater, in southern Thailand. Samples of microplastics were collected from 48 transects using a surface manta trawl at four different estuaries that support human activities. The results showed that the highest microplastic abundance occurred in the fishery and aquaculture areas with a mean abundance of 0.33 particles/m3. Fragments were the dominant form at all stations. Microplastics with <1 mm were the dominant size, and white was the colour most found in all stations. Polypropylene was the major type of microplastic, accounting for 57% overall. This study is an important reference for understanding the microplastics status in the surface seawater of Bandon Bay, as it will allow relevant agencies to accurately assess the pollution level of microplastics in the bay. It is of practical significance to understand the sources and sinks of microplastics.
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