UV-C light is a form of ultraviolet radiation that has been found to be effective in killing certain bacteria and viruses. This type of light is not visible to the human eye, but can be seen using special equipment. UV-C light is often used in hospitals and other medical facilities to sterilize equipment and surfaces. In recent years, there has been increasing interest in using UV-C light to disinfect water supplies. There are a number of different ways that UV-C light can be used to disinfect water, including:
• Passing water through a UV-C disinfection unit
• Using UV-C lamps to shine light directly into a body of water
• Adding UV-C beads or pellets to a body of water
One advantage of using UV-C light to disinfect water is that it does not involve the use of chemicals. This means that there is no risk of contamination from chemical residues. Additionally, UV-C light can be effective in killing a wide range of microorganisms, including those that are resistant to some antibiotics. However, it should be noted that UV-C light will not kill all types of bacteria and viruses. In order for UV-C light to be most effective, it needs to be used correctly. For example, if water is only exposed to low levels of UV-C radiation, then some microorganisms may survive and continue to pose a threat.