Table I.
Reported Zeta Potential of various micro-organisms, including SARS-CoV-2
| Micro-organism | Zeta potential (mv) | References |
|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli | −47 | [12] |
| Staphylococcus aureus | −38 | [12] |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | −40 | [12] |
| Mycobacterium tuberculosis | −28.8 | [13] |
| Aspergillus niger spores | −15 | [14] |
| MS2 Coliphage | −10 | [15] |
| SARS-CoV-2 | −25.675 | [16] |
| PhiX174 Coliphage | −31.78 | [14] |
It is important to note that regardless of the origin or type, Zeta Potential is always negative for microbes.