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What types of microorganisms will UV sterilization inactivate?
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These systems will easily destroy common viruses that cause Influenza as well as most disease-causing bacteria to include Staphylococcus, Fecal Coliform, Salmonella, Legionella, Pneumophila, Dysentery Bacilli and others. Cysts may be damaged, but pre-filtration with cyst-certified filter systems is a better method to ensure safety from Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Ultraviolet sterilizers are frequently paired with filtration, softening or other types of treatment.


   
 

 

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