Effect of Various Disinfection Methods on the Inactivation of Cryptosporidium

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Investigates the effectiveness of ozone, potassium permanganate, chlorine, chlorine dioxide, and ultraviolet radiation (UV) on inactivation of Cryptosporidium. Also investigates the use of combinations of disinfectants such as ozone - UV and ozone with hydrogen peroxide. Research partner: USEPA. Published in 1998.

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Effect of Various Disinfection Methods on the Inactivation of Cryptosporidium

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#90734

12/01/1998

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Effect of Various Disinfection Methods on the Inactivation of Cryptosporidium

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Occurrence, Treatment, and Evaluation of Analytical Methods for Waterborne Adenoviruses: Phase I

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