Vertical transport of polystyrene nanoplastics in natural soils under unsaturated conditions: influence of particle size and texture

Environmental Science Nano 2026

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Authors: Cynthia Rieckhof, Virtudes Martinez, Ekkehard Holzbecher, Raffaella Meffe
DOI: 10.1039/d5en01183c
Cited by: 3
References: 79

Abstract

The infiltration of polystyrene nanoplastics under unsaturated conditions is governed by particle size and soil texture; larger particles show higher retention, while clay loam retains small particles more effectively than sandy loam.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Microplastics and Plastic Pollution Polymer Nanocomposites and Properties biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties

Publication details

Journal / source
Environmental Science Nano
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
13
Issue
3
Pages
1687–1699
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN