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My company is currently considering a variety of treatment options for 
the control of hydrogen sulfide odors in our wastewater ponds. Normal 
treatment involves the use of an oxidant to destroy the sulfides that 
are formed by anaerobic bacteria. However, an alternative compound has 
been proposed, which claims to modify the cells action in the pond. I 
quote:
'Contains natural organic compounds derived from plant extracts. These 
compounds increase cell wall permeability of micro-organisms. This 
increases their ability to move water, digestive substances and 
neutrients (sp) in and out of their cells. This has a general 
stimulating effect on their digestive capacity and over all metabolism. 
The result is a faster and more complete breakdown of organic wastes by 
the micro-organisms. An indirect effect of the action is odor control.'

While it all sounds scientific, I'm not convinced that its true. The 
product has worked well in testing, but can you really do what the 
product claims to do? With plant extracts?? I know the product contains 
some ferrous sulfate, and I'm not sure if the above statement is just a 
smokescreen for some more traditional chemical treatment.  
If anyone has any knowledge of this process or general comments, please 
post or email them to me.
TIA
Andy
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Andrew M. Adsetts                                         'Don't Panic!'
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