Biostrategies for the removal of microplastics: A Review

AUTHOR(S)

Deepashree G, Prajwal PR, Hemalata MS, Shreya S, Sindhu CR, Sarina P Khabade

DOI: https://doi.org/10.46647/ijetms.2023.v07i05.019

ABSTRACT
Recent studies on plastic pollution have shown that microscopic plastic particles or microplastics are ubiquitous. Both abiotic and biotic components are affected by microplastics. There are several ways to get rid of microplastics, that include recycling, landfilling, incineration, and biodegradation. Biodegradation is still a widely used remediation technology due to its significant economic and environmental benefits. One or more bio-cultures, such as bacteria, mould, yeast, and algae, can be used for biodegradation. In this review, we look through the contributions of microorganisms in biodegradation and other biotechnological techniques to speed up the process.

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How to Cite This Article:
Deepashree G, Prajwal PR, Hemalata MS, Shreya S, Sindhu CR, Sarina P Khabade . Biostrategies for the removal of microplastics: A Review . ijetms;7(5):162-176. DOI: 10.46647/ijetms.2023.v07i05.019