Plastic pollution in the marine environment. (Latest citations from Oceanic Abstracts). Published Search

Technical Report · Mon Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1993

OSTI ID:6597838

The bibliography contains citations concerning the adverse effects of synthetic polymers on oceans and beaches. The citations examine the impact of discarded plastics upon fish, seabirds, and other aquatic animals. The sources of plastic litter and the efforts of coastal communities to manage plastics pollution are referenced. International agreements designed to protect the marine environment by banning ocean dumping of plastics are discussed. (Contains a minimum of 145 citations and includes a subject term index and title list.)

• Research Organization: NERAC, Inc., Tolland, CT (United States)
• OSTI ID: 6597838
• Report Number(s): PB-93-861037/XAB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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