Biofouling in oilfield water systems—a review
- 1 June 1988
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Biofouling
- Vol. 1 (2) , 147-162
- https://doi.org/10.1080/08927018809378103
Abstract
The literature on biofouling in oilfield water systems is reviewed and the implications of such fouling considered. The currently available methods for the detection and control of the causative organisms are also discussed.Keywords
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