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Disinfection Methods and Mechanisms by Bebel Villar is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document defines and discusses various methods of disinfection and sterilization. It outlines different types of disinfectants used in water treatment, including chlorine, chloramines, chlorine dioxide, ozone, peroxide and iodine. The effectiveness of disinfection depends on factors like concentration, contact time, temperature and pH levels. Oxidizing disinfectants work by damaging cells through oxidation of molecules like DNA, proteins and lipids. Bacteria can develop resistance to disinfectants thro
- Author
- Bebel Villar
- Language
- EN