Nanoplastics Quiz

What is the size range of nanoplastics?

• 1-100 nm

• 1-5000 µm

• Below 1 µm

• Above 5000 µm

What makes nanoplastics potentially more dangerous than microplastics?

• Higher reactivity

• Lower abundance

• Lower reactivity

• Higher density

What is the size range of engineered nanoparticles?

• 1-100 nm

• Above 5000 µm

• 1-5000 µm

• Below 1 µm

What is the major factor driving the transformation of bulk plastics into microplastics and nanoplastics?

• Physical abrasion

• Chemical reactions

• Biodegradation

• Solar light radiations

What is the main difference between nanoplastics and engineered nanoparticles?

• Size range

• Mobility

• Composition

• Reactivity

What is the potential risk associated with the release of additives during the degradation of microplastics and nanoplastics?

• Enhanced toxicity

• Increased biodegradability

• Improved stability

• Reduced reactivity

What is the potential role of nanoplastics in biofilm formation?

• Acting as carriers of pollutants

• Inducing toxicity in microbes

• Preventing microbial attachment

• Facilitating microbial growth

What environmental factors influence biofilm formation on microplastics?

• Light exposure and humidity

• Atmospheric pressure and wind speed

• Salinity and nutrients

• Temperature and pH

What is the potential consequence of accumulation of microplastics and nanoplastics in plants and animals?

• Enhanced ecosystem stability

• Increased biodiversity

• Food chain contamination

• Reduced pollution

What is the focus of future research on the safety of human populations and aquatic species?

• Mechanistic studies

• Social media analysis

• Political surveys

• Economic modeling