Which of the following is not used for disinfection of drinking water ?
- Chloramine
- Ozone
- Chlorine
- Phenyle
Answer
(4) Phenyle
Solution
Chlorine, chloramine and ozone are used to kill germs in drinking water (chlorination and ozonisation).
Phenyle is a strong-smelling, poisonous phenolic disinfectant used for floors and drains; it is not added to drinking water.
Answer: (4)