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Most microbiological problems associated with industrial process cooling water systems are caused by a mixed group of microscopic plants or plant-like organisms referred to as the microflora. The microflora is typically composed of algae, fungi, and bacteria. Very rarely is a single type of microorganism completely responsible for a widespread operational problem in a system. Each of the different types of microorganisms has unique characteristics as well as many characteristics in common. An insight as to the growth requirements and characteristics of the microorganisms helps to identify and control the problems associated with process cooling water systems.
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Lutey, R.W. (1995). Process cooling water. In: Rossmoore, H.W. (eds) Handbook of Biocide and Preservative Use. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-1354-0_3
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