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Wetting sulphur

Wetting sulphur is produced by heating pure, ground sulphur and then crystallising it in cold water. A homogeneous, sprayable suspension is formed very quickly by mixing with water. Wetting agents are added which, when dissolved, reduce the surface tension of liquids so that they can penetrate the interior of solid substances more easily. Wetting sulphur is sprayed in vineyards as a preventative measure against fungal diseases, especially scab and powdery mildew. The sulphur particles deposited on the leaf surfaces of the vines form sulphur dioxide, which is also effective against mites, when exposed to moisture, light and oxygen. See also sulphur and sulphurous acid.

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