Biofouling
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 The accumulation of living organisms (bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae and invertebrates) on a wetted surface. uncountable, usually
"2007, Schumacher, James F, et. al., "Engineered antifouling microtopographies – effect of feature size, geometry, and roughness on settlement of zoospores of the green alga Ulva", Biofouling: The Journal of Bioadhesion and Biofilm Research, 23(1):55-62.http://www.informaworld.com/smpp/ftinterface?content=a776600187&rt=0&format=pdf Tin and copper-based paints are effective at reducing biofouling, however, an alternative is needed to address environmental restrictions on tin and copper formulations."
Example
More examples"2007, Schumacher, James F, et. al., "Engineered antifouling microtopographies – effect of feature size, geometry, and roughness on settlement of zoospores of the green alga Ulva", Biofouling: The Journal of Bioadhesion and Biofilm Research, 23(1):55-62.http://www.informaworld.com/smpp/ftinterface?content=a776600187&rt=0&format=pdf Tin and copper-based paints are effective at reducing biofouling, however, an alternative is needed to address environmental restrictions on tin and copper formulations."
Etymology
From bio- + fouling.
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