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Abstract Title:

Microplastic Contamination in Karst Groundwater Systems.

Abstract Source:

Ground Water. 2019 Jan 23. Epub 2019 Jan 23. PMID: 30675731

Abstract Author(s):

Samuel V Panno, Walton R Kelly, John Scott, Wei Zheng, Rachel E McNeish, Nancy Holm, Timothy J Hoellein, Elizabeth L Baranski

Article Affiliation:

Samuel V Panno

Abstract:

Groundwater in karst aquifers constitutes about 25% of drinking water sources globally. Karst aquifers are open systems, susceptible to contamination by surface-borne pollutants. In this study, springs and wells from two karst aquifers in Illinois, USA, were found to contain microplastics and other anthropogenic contaminants. All microplastics were fibers, with a maximum concentration of 15.2 particles/L. The presence of microplastic was consistent with other parameters, including phosphate, chloride and triclosan, suggesting septic effluent as a source. More studies are needed on microplastic sources, abundance, and impacts on karst ecosystems.

Study Type : Environmental
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