Characteristics and distribution of microplastics in surface sediment of Selat Pulau Tuba, Langkawi, Kedah

Abstract

This study aims to assess the characteristics and occurrence of the microplastics contamination in surface sediment of Selat Pulau Tuba, Langkawi, Kedah. Van Veen Grab Sampler was used to collect the samples of sediment.

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Keywords

Sediment, Selat Pulau Tuba, Microplastics, Polypropylene, Polyethylene

Citation

Kamaruddin, S. A., Rusli, H. H., & Roslani, M. A. (2020). Characteristics and distribution of microplastics in surface sediment of selat pulau tuba, langkawi, kedah. Malaysian Journal of Sustainable Environment (MySE), 7(2), 139-160.

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