Ozone vs. Chlorine
| Action in Water |
Chlorine |
Ozone |
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| Oxidation Potential (Volts) |
1.36 |
2.07 |
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Disinfection:
Bacteria
Viruses |
Moderate
Moderate |
Excellent
Excellent |
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| Environmentally Freindly |
No |
Yes |
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| Color Removal |
Good |
Excellent |
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| Carcinogen Formation |
Likely |
Unlikely |
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| Organics Oxidation |
Moderate |
High |
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| Micro flocculation |
None |
Moderate |
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| pH Effect |
Variable |
Lowers |
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| Water Half-Life |
2-3 Hours |
20 Min. |
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Operation Hazards:
Skin Toxicity
Inhalation Toxicity |
High
High |
Moderate
High |
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| Complexity |
Low |
High |
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| Capitol Cost |
Low |
High |
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| Monthly Use Cost |
Moderate-High |
Low |
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| Air Pre-treatment |
None |
Extensive |
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