Filamentous Fungi in Drinking Water, Particularly in Relation to Biofilm Formation

Filamentous Fungi in Drinking Water, Particularly in Relation to Biofilm Formation

The presence of filamentous fungi in drinking water has become an area worthy of investigation with various studies now being published. The problems associated with fungi include blockage of water pipes, organoleptic deterioration, pathogenic fungi and mycotoxins. Fungal biofilm formation is a less...

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Main Authors: Nelson Lima, Cledir Santos, R. Russell M. Paterson, Norma B. Gusmão, Virgínia M. Siqueira, Helena M. B. Oliveira
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2011-02-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
fungal biofilms
drinking water
contaminants
filamentous fungi
water distribution system
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/8/2/456/

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