Nature’s cloak: organic matter gives nanoparticles a double-edged sword in waterways
Nanomaterials (NMs) are increasingly used in everything from cosmetics to electronics, and their inevitable release into aquatic environments raises concerns about their potential risks to ecosystems. The concentrations of these tiny particles in surface waters can reach microgram-per-liter levels, and lab studies have shown they can harm aquatic organisms. When these NMs enter rivers, lakes,…
