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Protocol for Microplastics Sampling on the Sea Surface and Sample Analysis
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Microplastics in the surface sediments from the eastern waters of Java Sea, Indonesia
Defri Yona1,2, Syarifah Hikmah Julinda Sari1,2, Feni Iranawati1,2
1Marine Science Department, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Brawijaya University, Malang, Jawa Timur, 65145, Indonesia.
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|March 26, 2019
Summary
Microplastic pollution is a serious environmental issue in the Java Sea, particularly in mangrove areas. Domestic waste and fishing activities are major contributors, necessitating improved plastic waste management.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Marine Biology
- Pollution Studies
Background:
- The eastern Java Sea faces significant plastic pollution due to high population density and industrial activities.
- Microplastic contamination is a growing concern in marine ecosystems globally.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify microplastic abundance and types in surface sediments of the eastern Java Sea.
- To identify the primary sources and contributing factors of microplastic pollution in the study region.
Main Methods:
- Surface sediment samples were collected from five distinct locations: fish landing area, mangrove forest, abandoned shrimp pond, river mouth, and open sea.
- Microplastics were identified and quantified, categorizing them into fragments, fibers, and films.
Main Results:
- Plastic fragments were the most prevalent microplastic type (54.34%), followed by fibers (41.45%) and films (4.21%).
- The mangrove area exhibited the highest microplastic concentration (896.96 particles/kg), primarily fragments and fibers.
- Domestic waste and fisheries activities were identified as the main drivers of microplastic pollution.
Conclusions:
- Microplastic pollution in the Java Sea represents a critical environmental challenge requiring urgent attention.
- Effective plastic waste management strategies and community involvement are essential to mitigate this pollution.
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