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RUIZ-SANTOYO, V.; CRUZ-MERIDA, J.; GARCIA CARVAJAL, S.  y  ARENAS ARROCENA, M. C.. Microplastics and nanoplastics: a threat to human health and the environment. Mundo nano [online]. 2025, vol.18, n.34, e69832.  Epub 25-Feb-2025. ISSN 2448-5691.  https://doi.org/10.22201/ceiich.24485691e.2025.34.69832.

Microplastics and nanoplastics represent a threat to human health and the environment. These nano- and micrometer-scale fragments come from a variety of generation sources, all resulting from human activities and man-made products. The implications for human health and the environment are of concern and due to their chemical nature, they present significant challenges for detection and disposal because they can function as vectors for the transfer of chemical and biological contaminants. In terms of identification and removal methods, physical, chemical, and biotechnological approaches are currently being explored. However, in-depth research is still needed to improve the efficacy and feasibility of these techniques on the scale necessary to address the problem. The management of microplastics and nanoplastics represents a multifaceted challenge that requires coordinated action to mitigate their negative impacts. This review addresses the potential harm caused by microplastics and nanoplastics to human health and environmental balance, sources of generation, physicochemical methods for their identification, and disposal routes.

Palabras llave : microplastics; nanoplastics; pollution; environment; health.

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