Eguzkitako kremen ekotoxizitatea

  1. Arza, Ane Irakulis 1
  2. Martinez, Laura Saenz del Burgo 1
  1. 1 Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea
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    Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea

    Lejona, España

    ROR https://ror.org/000xsnr85

Revista:
Ekaia: Euskal Herriko Unibertsitateko zientzi eta teknologi aldizkaria

ISSN: 0214-9001

Año de publicación: 2021

Número: 40

Páginas: 109-133

Tipo: Artículo

DOI: 10.1387/EKAIA.21704 DIALNET GOOGLE SCHOLAR lock_openAcceso abierto editor

Otras publicaciones en: Ekaia: Euskal Herriko Unibertsitateko zientzi eta teknologi aldizkaria

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Resumen

Coral reefs are one of the most diverse underwater ecosystems, sensitive to small changes in the environment. Thus, over the years both local and global threats have led to the death of corals and, in turn, an important reduction on biodiversity. Among local threats, there are sunscreens, including oxybenzone compound. This organic filter has been used not only for skin protection, but also for skin and hair care products, cosmetics and perfume. Upon entering the sea, suncreams are submerged and deposited in the corals, causing their bleaching and death. When examining the toxic effects of this compound, alternatives to ecosystem protection should be found, assessing the characteristics of mineral filters such as zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.