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  • 1Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Phenikaa School of Engineering, Phenikaa University, Hanoi 12116, Viet Nam; Faculty of Biotechnology, Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Phenikaa School of Engineering, Phenikaa University, Hanoi 12116, Viet Nam.

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A new Microplastic Collector System (MiPCS) pump provides more accurate and comprehensive microplastic measurements in aquatic environments. This advanced system surpasses traditional nets, offering better data for pollution monitoring and policy development.

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  • Marine Biology
  • Analytical Chemistry

Background:

  • Microplastics (MiPs) are persistent environmental pollutants with potential toxicity to aquatic life.
  • Accurate quantification of MiPs in aquatic systems is essential for understanding their ecological impact and distribution.
  • Traditional net-based sampling methods (manta, Apstein) have limitations in MiP catchability and size range.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate an innovative pump-based sampling system, the MiPCS Pump, for enhanced microplastic assessment.
  • To compare the performance of the MiPCS Pump against traditional net methods in the Red River Delta and Cat Ba Archipelago, Vietnam.
  • To provide a more accurate and comprehensive method for microplastic monitoring in diverse aquatic conditions.

Main Methods:

  • The MiPCS Pump integrates an 80 μm mesh plankton net with a suction basket, mixing chamber, 5-way splitter, and precise flow control.
  • The system was tested in parallel with manta and Apstein nets in field studies.
  • Key performance indicators included microplastic concentration, size range captured, and adaptability to various sampling depths and conditions.

Main Results:

  • The MiPCS Pump yielded significantly higher microplastic concentrations (2.95-7.80 mg m⁻³ and 16.25-114.58 particles m⁻³) compared to traditional nets (1.59-3.27 mg m⁻³ and 0.78-26.62 particles m⁻³).
  • The MiPCS Pump demonstrated greater precision, consistency, and captured a broader spectrum of microplastic sizes.
  • The system proved adaptable to various water depths and environmental conditions, unlike nets which are primarily surface-focused.

Conclusions:

  • The MiPCS Pump offers a more comprehensive and accurate method for assessing microplastic pollution than traditional net-based approaches.
  • Precise volume measurement and adaptability make the MiPCS Pump superior for diverse aquatic sampling scenarios.
  • This innovative system is crucial for generating reliable data for global microplastic monitoring and informing effective plastic waste management policies.