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Research review of microplastics in the atmosphere

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Environmental Data, Health, Material, Microplastics, Plastic Pollution, Waste

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Activists, Health Professionals, Innovators, NGO Professionals, Policy Makers, Researchers, Scientists, Students, Teachers

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Peer-reviewed research

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Microplastics have been detected in the atmosphere above urban, suburban, and remote areas. This review sheds light on the size, type, and composition of microplastics in the atmosphere based on existing research.

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