1. Chlorine and Chloramines Chlorine has been a staple in water disinfection for over a century. It effectively kills bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. However, chlorination can also produce disinfection byproducts (DBPs), some of which may be harmful. To mitigate this, many facilities use chloramines, a combination of chlorine and ammonia, which produces fewer DBPs while maintaining effective disinfection.
At the core of any medication, whether it is in tablet, capsule, or liquid form, the API is what delivers the healing properties
. For instance, in a pain relief medication, the API would be the substance that alleviates pain, while the other components would typically serve as excipients, which may aid in the manufacturing process, enhance stability, or facilitate absorption.