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Summary of identified solid elements in beach sands.
| Solid component | Sample 1 | Sample 2 | Sample 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| % | % | % | |
| Rust | 0.2 | 0 | 0 |
| Metals | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| Plastics | 0.6 | 1 | 0.8 |
| Polymers | 0.8 | 1.6 | 1 |
| Charcoal | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0 |
| Biomass | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.2 |
| Slags | 0.1 | 0.6 | 0 |
| Fossil coals | 0 | 0.1 | 0 |
| Glass | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Mineral matter (sand) | 96 | 94.5 | 96.7 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 100 |
