Ozone
is used as a disinfectant for bacteria and viruses in water applications
such as commercial pools and water parks, bottled water plants, aquariums
and aquaculture. In addition, ozone can help oxidize organics and dissolved
metals such as iron and manganese, which aids filtration and improves
water clarity.
Many applications that formerly used Chlorine are switching to Ozone,
as the hazards of Chlorine use become more apparent.
Ozone:
Is 52% stronger than Chlorine.
Is the strongest commercially available
disinfectant/chemical oxidant for water treatment.
Does not affect PH.
Has a half-life of 25 min @ 70° F,
1 atm pressure.
Is 12 times more soluble in water
than oxygen.
Is 3,125 times faster than chlorine
in disinfecting water.
