{"product_id":"microplastics-and-your-health-problems-pollution-9781656619211","title":"Microplastics and Your Health Problems: Pollution","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Anupam Rajak\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Life Sciences - Marine Biology\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWelcome to Plastics and Microplastics\u003c\/b\u003e - This book is a valuable resource for readers interested in understanding the complex impact of plastics and microplastics on marine ecosystems and human health. The book introduces the subject of microplastics, detailing their effects on both marine life and health through the food chain. The author extends gratitude to previous researchers and authors who have contributed significant reference works on microplastics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter Overview: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 1\u003c\/b\u003e introduces plastics and polymers, providing a brief history of plastics, their invention, processing methods, and applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 2\u003c\/b\u003e delves into the various types of plastics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 3\u003c\/b\u003e covers foundational concepts of marine pollution, including eutrophication, ocean acidification, and plastic pollution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 4\u003c\/b\u003e gives a preliminary overview of microplastics and microbeads, including web-based descriptions of both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 5\u003c\/b\u003e explains how microplastics enter the ocean, defines marine debris, highlights plastic waste-generating countries, and outlines microplastic sampling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 6\u003c\/b\u003e discusses notable ocean organizations and research institutes focused on marine pollution and microplastics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 7\u003c\/b\u003e provides definitions of polymers, plastics, biodegradation, and resins, and introduces the resin identification code and key discoveries in the plastics industry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 8\u003c\/b\u003e covers plastic additives and their health effects, particularly through food contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 9\u003c\/b\u003e defines microplastics, nanoplastics, mesoplastics, microfibers, marine debris, nurdles, and microbeads. It also discusses sources, classifications, and plastic waste generation by country.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 10\u003c\/b\u003e addresses the causes and effects of plastic pollution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 11\u003c\/b\u003e focuses specifically on the health impacts of plastics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 12\u003c\/b\u003e details microplastic sampling and identification techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 13\u003c\/b\u003e introduces the technology and objectives behind microplastic sensors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter 14\u003c\/b\u003e provides an overview of single-use plastics and strategies to reduce plastic pollution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is an informative guide, ideal for students, researchers, and anyone concerned about the environmental and health impacts of plastic pollution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45532817457303,"sku":"9781656619211","price":2430.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781656619211.webp?v=1767897954","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/microplastics-and-your-health-problems-pollution-9781656619211","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}