chlorination
Americannoun
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One major obstacle was the tendency of the catalytic system to trigger unwanted chlorination reactions, which created byproducts and reduced efficiency.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 27, 2026
"In more controlled environments, frequent monitoring for proper chlorination can significantly reduce chances of infection. These include pools, splash pads and other man-made recreational water activities," he said.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2025
Other cities followed and the use of chlorination as standard treatment for water disinfection rapidly grew.
From Slate ● Jan. 20, 2023
The statement said chlorination activities to disinfect water are being scaled up and dosing rates are being increased in fragile and highly vulnerable communities to curb the spread of the disease.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 13, 2022
In a few instances there is evidence that chlorination has reduced the typhoid rates of cities previously supplied with filtered water.
From Chlorination of Water by Race, Joseph
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