Micro- and Nanoplastic Exposure Effects in Microalgae: A Meta-Analysis of Standard Growth Inhibition Tests
Sophia Reichelt, Elena Gorokhova
Abstract
Background: Ecological impacts of micro-and nanoplastics particles (MNP) are among the most discussed environmental concerns. In algae, MNP are commonly hypothesized to reduce growth, which is a standard ecotoxicological endpoint. However, the reported test outcomes vary, with both growth inhibition and stimulation being observed. Due to this conflict of information, a data synthesis for MNP potential to cause growth inhibition in toxicity testing is needed.
Topics & Concepts
Particle sizeGrowth inhibitionRandom effects modelPolymerRange (aeronautics)Meta-analysisChemistryEnvironmental scienceEnvironmental chemistryMaterials scienceCell growthMedicineInternal medicineBiochemistryComposite materialPhysical chemistryOrganic chemistryMicroplastics and Plastic Pollutionbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesPharmaceutical and Antibiotic Environmental Impacts