Open AccessMethods for the Detection and Quantification of Micro and Nanoplastics- A Review
Author(s) -
S. Priyanka,
G. A. Pallavi,
Nayak N. Swathi,
Jawali D. Ashita
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
asian journal of biotechnology and bioresource techonology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2457-0125
DOI - 10.9734/ajb2t/2021/v7i430108
Subject(s) - reuse , hazardous waste , materials science , nanotechnology , environmental science , biochemical engineering , forensic engineering , process engineering , polymer science , computer science , waste management , engineering
Over the past 35 years, synthetic or semi-synthetic polymers called “plastics” have been widely used across multiple fields due to their low cost, versatility, durability. Plastics have proved to be a boon to mankind. However, overuse of non- biodegradable plastics comes with its own downsides. Despite constant efforts to reuse and recycle plastics, these polymers substantially contribute towards the accumulation of debris hazardous to the environment. Plastic materials are slowly broken into fragments of micro- and nano plastics due to aging and weathering. Micro- and nano plastics were found capable of entering the food chain and hence are viewed as threats. This review paper revolves around methods used for the detection and quantification of micro- and nano plastics. Detection of micro- and nano plastics using methods like Raman spectroscopy, Infrared Spectroscopy, SERS, MALDI-TOF, and machine learning approaches are discussed here. The research efforts carried out in this article aims to further facilitate the R&D initiatives of Jozbiz Technologies.