| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6360522 | Marine Pollution Bulletin | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Floating litter and debris are modelled from source to sink using particle tracking. ⺠Ocean surface currents drive a Lagrangian model for three input scenarios over 30 years. ⺠Results describe the relative size and concentration of oceanic accumulation zones. ⺠Accumulation zones are quantified according to particle pathway and source region. ⺠Model results are used to develop strategies for reducing marine litter worldwide.
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Authors
L.C.-M. Lebreton, S.D. Greer, J.C. Borrero,