A brief review of the current status of alternatives to chlorine disinfection of water.
This paper briefly outlines some of the alternative disinfectants being considered in lieu of chlorination. Methods currently in use as well as those in the research stage are included. Each method is assessed with respect to disinfection efficiency and environmental impact. (Am J Public Health 1982; 72:1290-1293.)
D001965:Bromides; D002712:Chlorides; D002713:Chlorine; D017606:Chlorine Compounds; D004202:Disinfectants; D055590:Electromagnetic Phenomena; D010087:Oxides; D010126:Ozone; D014465:Ultrasonics; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays; D014881:Water Supply
D001965:Bromides; D002712:Chlorides; D017606:Chlorine Compounds; D004202:Disinfectants; D010087:Oxides; D002713:Chlorine; D010126:Ozone; C016271:bromine chloride; C025109:chlorine dioxide