MNPs are becoming common in soils, especially in farmlands. These particles may harm soil health, plants, and small organisms living in the soil. To understand these risks, scientists need reliable ways to test how dangerous these plastics are. But current testing methods often fall short because they lack clear rules, consistent materials, and standardized procedures.
This paper highlights how scientists can improve their testing methods to produce more useful and trustworthy data. It gives practical suggestions, such as using realistic types and amounts of microplastics in experiments, analyzing how these plastics interact with soil and living organisms over time, and testing the chemical additives that might come with the plastics. It also emphasizes the need to look at key soil properties during testing.
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