Micro and mesoplastic pollution from Latvian beach sand
Dataset gives a baseline for micro- and mesoplastic pollution distribution in 24 beaches along the Latvian coastline (Northern Europe, Baltic states), filling the existing knowledge gap and contributing to the global understanding of microplastic particles presence, transport, and the processes governing its dynamics. We also highlight citizen science as a fundamental tool to support data collection and raise awareness about microplastic pollution, as samples were collected by up to 250 volunteers during organized campaigns (Dimante-Deimantovica et al. 2023).
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Additional information
| Temporal extent | 2021-05-02 – 2021-09-30 |
|---|---|
| Date (creation) | 2023-12-18 |
| Date (publication) | 2024-03-29 |
| Date (publication) | 2025-01-05 |
| Status | onGoing |
| Update frequency | asNeeded |
| Metadata language | en |
| License | Conditions for access and use apply |
| Source metadata | ISO 19115 XML |
| Last updated | 2026-11-04 |
| Created | 2026-11-04 |
| API | package_show |