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Biofilms in drinking water distribution systems

  • M. Batté
  • , B. M.R. Appenzeller
  • , D. Grandjean
  • , S. Fass
  • , V. Gauthier
  • , F. Jorand
  • , L. Mathieu
  • , M. Boualam
  • , S. Saby
  • , J. C. Block

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Abstract

Biofilms and loose deposits in drinking water distribution systems provide a mosaic of electrochemical and nutritive environments. Limiting biofilms requires a combination of actions with impact is relatively low as discussed in this article.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)147-168
Number of pages22
JournalReviews in Environmental Science and Biotechnology
Volume2
Issue number2-4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2003
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Biofilms
  • Chlorine
  • Corrosion
  • Deposits
  • Distribution systems
  • Drinking water
  • Phosphate
  • Plastic material

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