Qualitative assessment and management of microplastics in Asian green mussels (Perna viridis) cultured in Bacoor Bay, Cavite, Phillipines

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Qualitative assessment and management of microplastics in Asian green mussels (Perna viridis) cultured in Bacoor Bay, Cavite, Philippines

College

College of Science

Department/Unit

Biology

Document Type

Article

Source Title

EnvironmentAsia

Volume

9

Issue

2

First Page

48

Last Page

54

Publication Date

7-1-2017

Abstract

Microplastics (> 5 mm) have gained popularity in research and the public eye in recent years. This is due to the fact that they contain persistent organic pollutants (POPs) which pose potential risks to the environment and human health. Bivalves, which are filter feeders, are considered to be good indicators of marine pollution. In this preliminary study, Asian green mussel (Perna viridis), an example of edible bivalve, cultured in Bacoor Bay, Cavite, Philippines was subjected to qualitative analysis to determine the presence of microplastics. Through microscopic analysis, microplastics were found present in the acid-digested mussel soft tissue. A management program is suggested for policy makers and stakeholders to reduce the negative impact of microplastic pollution to both humans and the marine environment. © 2007, Thai Society of Higher Education Institutes on Environment. All Rights Reserved.

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Disciplines

Biology

Keywords

Microplastics; Plastic marine debris--Philippines--Cavite; Marine pollution--Philippines--Cavite; Perna viridis--Philippines--Cavite

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