ABSTRACT

Macroorganisms) ......................................................................................... 76 4.5.1.3 Microbiologically Influenced Deterioration ................................................ 78

4.6 Detection Methods of MIC ..................................................................................................... 83 4.6.1 Field Inspection........................................................................................................... 83

4.6.1.1 Color and Smell ........................................................................................... 83 4.6.1.2 Acid Test ......................................................................................................84 4.6.1.3 Pit Morphology ............................................................................................85 4.6.1.4 Rapid Tests: Pros and Cons ..........................................................................85 4.6.1.5 Laboratory Inspection Methods and Techniques: Pros and Cons ...............86