Journal of water and healthBiofilmsChloraminesDrinking WaterPhosphatesDisinfectants
Monochloramine effects on biofilm growth with/without orthophosphate in high-residence time drinking water model distribution systems.
Mahmoud H Badawy, Mitchell G Cooke, Sigrid Peldszus, Robin M Slawson, Peter M Huck
Published: 202510.2166/wh.2025.203
Abstract
Orthophosphate is a common corrosion inhibitor used to control lead release in drinking water distribution systems (DWDSs). It may enhance monochloramine decay and promote biofilm growth. This study assessed the impact of two monochloramine dosages o…
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