Abstract:In general non-thermal plasma generates three main types of bio-active agents: UV radiation, charged particles and neutral species like radicals and metastables. A role of each agent in bio-inactivation of microorganisms still remains as the subject for discussion. To simplify situation, we used pin-toplane positive and negative DC coronas in ambient air as a source for generation of bio-active agents. These discharges at atmospheric pressure practically do not produce UV radiation but generate predominantly t… Show more
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