Co-occurrence of microplastics and heavy metals in sediments of the Lanzhou section of the Yellow River: Distribution characterizations and comprehensive ecological risk assessment.

Microplastics (MPs) and heavy metals (HMs) are significant pollutants in river ecosystems. Their coexistence can lead to synergistic toxic effects and increase environmental risks. Therefore, a risk assessment was carried out, involving optimization…

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