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This study investigates the occurrence of microplastics in the Tigris River in Baghdad, Iraq, highlighting the increasing concern over plastic pollution in freshwater environments. Eleven water samples were collected, revealing that polypropylene, polyethylene, and polystyrene were the most common microplastics, with concentrations affected by urban and industrial activities. The findings indicate that the Kut Dam may act as a sink for microplastics, emphasizing the need for further research on freshwater p

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Safaa R.

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