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This research project examines the interfacial interactions between oil droplets, water, and microplastics, focusing on how different types of microplastics at varying concentrations behave over time. Aqueous suspensions of two common microplastic types were prepared across a range of concentrations and particle sizes. Oil droplets were introduced onto the microplastic-containing droplets, and their interactions were monitored over time. The resulting images were analyzed to assess changes in droplet shape, particle distribution, and evaporation behavior. This work represents an early-phase exploration within a larger study aimed at developing a predictive phase diagram for oil-microplastic interactions, with potential applications in environmental modeling and oil spill remediation strategies.