Fashion to Dysfunction: The Role of Plastic Pollution in Interconnected Systems of the Environment and Human Health
The rapid production and disposal of synthetic textiles, driven by fast fashion and overconsumption, contribute significantly to environmental pollution and human health risks. Functional finishes often contain toxic substances that leach into aquatic systems. Laundering and abrasion release micropl...
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| Main Authors: | Adelaide Parks Lovett, Leslie Browning-Samoni, Charles Freeman |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2025-06-01
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| Series: | Textiles |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-7248/5/2/21 |
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