Asian Journal of Aquatic Sciences
Vol. 4 No. 3 (2021): December

MAPPING MARINE DEBRIS IN COASTAL AREA PADANG CITY

Pradana, Hangga (Unknown)
Mubarak, Mubarak (Unknown)
Galib, Musrifin (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
21 Dec 2021

Abstract

This study aims to determine the distribution of types and masses of marine debris that has been carried out in July 2020 in the Coastal Coast of Padang City. The method used was a survey method. Sampling was carried out at 4 observation stations, namely Cinta Beach, Pasir Selahan Beach, and Air Manis Beach. The results showed that the types of marine debris found at the research site consisted of plastic, metal, glass, rubber, wood, cloth, and other types. The total amount of marine debris found was 1,316 pieces with a total weight of 22,047 kg. The most common type of marine debris found in plastic waste.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ajoas

Publisher

Subject

Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry

Description

Asian Journal Of Aquatic Sciences is a journal publishes scientific articles from research by lecturers and other researchers in the waters sector. Focusing on aspects of aquatic ecology for the use of this habitat as an ecosystem for producing food (fisheries and agriculture) and its function for ...