Browsing by Author "Pathirana,H. M. K. K"

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    A study of microplastics present in edible salts in Sri Lanka
    (Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, 2025-05) Pathirage,P. T. D; Weerasiri, K. C; Pathirana,H. M. K. K
    Microplastics (MP) are defined as plastics with a size less than 5 mm. Plastic debris, the origin of MP, has become a significant environmental pollutant. MP can cause more severe diseases in the respiratory, digestive and circulatory systems.
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    Release of microplastics from tea bags produced in Sri Lanka
    (Institute Of Chemistry Ceylon, 2026-05-02) Jayawardane,P. K. K. N; Pathirana,H. M. K. K
    Microplastics (MPs) are defined as plastic particles less than 5 mm in size. The presence of MPs in food items is not good. Ceylon Tea is globally recognized due to its unique aroma, rich colour and smooth taste.