Studies on what exactly makes plastic clothes shed microplastics/what happens to them in landfills?

Hi, I read multiple papers and articles explaining how plastic clothes shed micro- and nano plastics in the washing machines. But I can't find any on what other factors can trigger that process.

I found articles saying how other plastic things (like bottles) are impacted by heat, friction and chemical reactions. I assumed that for plastic clothes it must be the same, but it seems that they have multiple additives to avoid that.

I'm mostly interested in what happens to plastic clothes in landfills. If they still shed microplastics (more or less than when washed?) and if it's better to keep wearing them or not.

Did you happen to read any papers like that? I'd be grateful for any info where i can find information on that topic!

Submitted June 4, 2026 at 11:01AM by KillerWertek6 https://ift.tt/kR26ypl