Photoaging alters the aggregation behavior of functionalized nanoplastics differently: effects of leached organic matter and surface properties changes
Key Points
Distinct aggregation behavior occurs among different functionalized nanoplastics due to photoaging.
Photoaging alters surface properties, influencing how these nanoplastics aggregate in environments.
Analysis showed that leached organic matter plays a significant role in the aggregation behavior of nanoplastics.
Understanding these changes may inform strategies to mitigate environmental impacts of plastic pollution.
Abstract
Photoaging-induced alterations in the surface properties and endogenous organic matter leaching triggered distinct aggregation behaviors among different functionalized nanoplastics.
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