title: Sporicidal activity of peracetic acid against B anthracis spores.
abstract: The sporicidal effect of peracetic acid on Bacillus anthracis spores was investigated. A complete sporicidal effect was observed at a concentration of 3 per cent. This concentration is recommended for the treatment of infected pastures and soil.
mesh_terms: D000085:Acetates / Q000494:pharmacology*; D001408:Bacillus anthracis / Q000187:drug effects*; D010463:Peracetic Acid / Q000494:pharmacology*; D012988:Soil Microbiology; D013171:Spores, Bacterial / Q000187:drug effects; D013997:Time Factors; D014871:Water Microbiology
chemical_list: D000085:Acetates; D010463:Peracetic Acid