Immunotoxicity and intestinal effects of nano- and microplastics: a review of the literature
Abstract Background Together with poor biodegradability and insufficient recycling, the massive production and use of plastics have led to widespread environmental contamination by nano- and microplastics. These particles accumulate across ecosystems - even in the most remote habitats - and are tran...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-11-01
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Series: | Particle and Fibre Toxicology |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12989-020-00387-7 |