Effects of Microplastics On Marine Life in Mumbai’s Waters
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Microplastics, an emerging class of pollutants, have infiltrated marine environments across the globe, posing significant threats to marine biodiversity and ecosystems. This research focuses on analyzing the effects of microplastics on marine life, with an emphasis on the Mumbai coastal region, which is characterized by high human activity and industrialization. Water samples were collected from multiple key locations along the Mumbai coast—Juhu Beach, Marine Drive, Versova Beach, Colaba, and Sewri Mudflats—to quantify the presence of microplastics and analyze their impact on marine species. The study further investigates how these microplastics affect marine organisms, including fish, plankton, and benthic fauna, and traces how they enter the marine food chain, potentially affecting human health as well.
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