This review focuses on the occurrence, fate, and transport of MPs in groundwater, along with their sampling, detection, size range, types, and potential sources and pathways of contamination. This study recorded a total of 13 studies that evaluated MPs in groundwater, the samples of which were collected from open wells and other types of drilling. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethylene (PE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyamide (PA), and polystyrene (PS) were the most dominant types of polymers that were observed in groundwater. The analysis of the existing literature revealed that studies on MPs in groundwater were mainly conducted in coastal areas, particularly in Europe and North America. However, there is still a need for more research in other geographical regions, such as Asia, Africa, and South America, to examine a broader range of groundwater aquifer systems. This review also recommends the need for further research in a broader variety of groundwater aquifer systems, such as drinking water collecting wells near urban, agricultural, industrial, and coastal locations. This can help in providing a more comprehensive understanding of the extent and sources of MP contamination in groundwater and the associated public health risks.
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