Biomonitoring of Yozgat Çamlık National Park’s (Türkiye) Anthropogenic Microfiber Pollution: A Comprehensive Analysis of Lichen-Supported Air Quality Assessment and Microplastic Composition Insights

Authors : Zekiye Kocakaya, Erkan Yilmaz, Fatih Duman, Mustafa Kocakaya, Sami Pekdemir

Pages : 306-322

Doi:10.17475/kastorman.1845356

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Publication Date : 2025-12-25

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Aim of study: To evaluate lichens as bioindicators of atmospheric microfiber pollution by measuring anthropogenic microfiber levels in samples from Yozgat Çamlık National Park (Türkiye). Area of study: Three regions with varying human activity were sampled within the park. Material and method: Anthropogenic microfibers were analyzed using wet peroxide oxidation and Rose Bengal staining. Their size and color were determined via stereomicroscopy, and polymer types were identified by FT-IR and Raman spectroscopy. Main results: Blue was the predominant color, and fiber sizes ranged from 0.15–4.2 mm. The main polymers were polyurethane (42%), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (25%), and polyethylene terephthalate (13%). Research highlights: Lichens effectively indicate atmospheric microfiber deposition and reflect regional variations linked to human activity.
Keywords : Mikroplastikler, Antropojenik Mikrofiberler, Liken, Biyoizlenme, Kızılötesi Spektrometre, Raman Spektrometre

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