Method of controlling algae growth
US4915909A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 5, 1988 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2008 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC02F2303/20
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The growth of algae and algae-like microorganisms on wood surfaces normally in contact with an aqueous system's water may be controlled by applying to the wood a solution of a certain biocidal agent and then flooding the wood with sufficient water to exceed the solubility limit of such agent in the solvent used.
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