The occurrence of microplastics (MPs) in leachates from municipal solid waste landfills
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https://doi.org/10.36119/15.2025.10.11Keywords:
micropollutants, microplastics (MPs), landfill leachate, municipal solid waste landfillsAbstract
Municipal solid waste landfills represent a significant source of secondary environmental contamination by microplastic (MP) particles. The migration of plastic debris from accumulated waste can have harmful effects on both living organisms and entire ecosystems. Rainwater percolating through waste layers leads to the leaching of hazardous substances, including micropollutants. This article addresses the issue of MP presence in leachates originating from municipal waste landfills and their potential environmental impact.
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