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algicide 1. destructive to algae. 2. an agent that destroys algae. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Chemicals such as chlorine or copper-based algaecides may be
damaging to the environment if the wastewater flows to the Arroyo Simi
by way of storm drains. Environmentally, factory fish
farms pollute the ocean with a host of chemicals including pesticides,
fungicides, algaecides, and growth hormones. Irgaguard antimicrobials can inhibit the growth of certain
microorganisms, such as fungus, bacteria, algae, mold and mildew, which
can cause deterioration, unpleasant odor formation and discoloration in
elastomers and rubber applications, to protect the finished product,
Irgaguard A is said to be an effective algaecide to inhibit growth of
algae and moss on treated articles in certain rubber applications such
as roofing, camping accessories and SBS modified asphalt shingles. |
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