Biofilm in domestic distribution systems – microbiological hazards and impact on water quality

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  • Renata Matuszewska National Institute of Public Health, National Institute of Hygiene – National Research Institute image/svg+xml , Zakład Bezpieczeństwa Zdrowotnego Środowiska Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6191-9542
  • Adam Guśpiel National Institute of Public Health, National Institute of Hygiene – National Research Institute image/svg+xml , Zakład Bezpieczeństwa Zdrowotnego Środowiska Author

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https://doi.org/10.36119/15.2024.7-8.5

Keywords:

biofilm, microbial contamination, domestic distribution systems, quality of drinking water

Abstract

The article presents the importance of biofilm as a cause of microbiological hazards and secondary water contamination in domestic distribution systems. It discusses the factors that affect biofilm formation and the selected methods of biofilm removal, including strategies to improve control and ensure water quality in water supply systems.

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Published

2024-08-31

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No. 7-8 (2024): Instal 7-8 (464) 2024

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How to Cite

Matuszewska, R., & Guśpiel, A. (2024). Biofilm in domestic distribution systems – microbiological hazards and impact on water quality. Instal, 7-8, 38-43. https://doi.org/10.36119/15.2024.7-8.5

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