Affiliation:
1. Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Facultad de Medicina, Editora Revista de la Facultad de Medicina, Ciudad de México, México; Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Facultad de Medicina, Departamento de Biología Celular y Tisular, Ciudad de México, México
Abstract
Abstract. Plastic is one of the most important pollutants human produces. Degradation of plastic is giving rise to microplastics, waste that threatens several species, including ours. According to the United Nations (UN), more than 430 million tons of this material are generated every year. In addition to affecting the Earth's ecosystems, also has repercussions on human health. staining
Key words: microplastics, nanoplastics, waste, ecosystem, extinction
Publisher
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico