Biocorrosion of Synthetic Plastics: Degradation Mechanisms and Methods of Protection

2020/11/01 by V. K. Plakunov, В. К. Плакунов, А. В. Ганнесен +4 · 1 citation
Environmental Science · #Chemistry and Chemical Engineering #Microplastics and Plastic Pollution #Recycling and Waste Management Techniques

paper · doi:10.1134/s0026261720060144

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Abstract

Abstract— The mechanisms of microbial action on synthetic plastics are analyzed, with the focus on the most widespread polymers produced on an industrial scale. The effect of microbial enzymes on plastic biodegradation and the role of multispecies biofilms in biocorrosion are considered. The main approaches for protection of synthetic plastics from microbially caused damage are discussed.

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