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The most commonly used disinfectant that you can use on a camping trip is iodine that comes in the form of small tablets.

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These substances are used: chlorine, chlorine dioxide, chloramine, ozone.

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Individuals can use small amounts of this chemical in their canteens to disinfect water for drinking?

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