The mode of action is the photocatalytic antimicrobial coating can be described by the generation of potent oxidizing radicals on a semiconductor surface after light absorption, in the presence of oxygen and water. The spectrum of natural and most artificial light sources, overlap suitably with the band gap of the semiconductor to produce radicals.
In other words, ROS are created by the irradiation of the semiconductor, titanium dioxide. These in turn, exert potent microbicidal activity upon contact with various microbes, which is regenerated through further exposure to light — a highly desirable property of self-renewal.
Titanium dioxide, a natural occurring mineral, is considered stable, slow degrading and the development of resistance is not expected.
All ingredients are EPA certified and pose no risk to health from inhalation.
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