Hydrodynamic Observations on Microplastic Abundances and Morphologies in the Danube Delta, Romania

Microplastic pollution in the Danube Delta exhibits distinct spatial patterns influenced by hydrodynamic processes. Research reveals higher concentrations of microplastics in areas adjacent to the main distributaries (Kilia, Sulina, and St. George), which serve as primary pathways for plastic transport from the River Danube to the Black Sea. The study integrates previous microplastic data with hydrological measurements, demonstrating that discharge and current speeds significantly affect microplastic abundance and morphology. These findings highlight the role of hydrodynamics in shaping regional-scale aquatic pollution, offering insights into the behavior and distribution of microplastics in sedimentary systems.

POJAR, I., TIRONDUTU, L., POP, C. I., & DUTU, F. (2021). HYDRODYNAMIC OBSERVATIONS ON MICROPLASTIC ABUNDANCES AND MORPHOLOGIES IN THE DANUBE DELTA, ROMANIA. AgroLife Scientific Journal, 10(2), 142–149. https://doi.org/10.17930/agl2021218