How does a specific surface mold treatment utilize the drying process as its mechanism of action?

As the liquid carrier evaporates, the remaining solution physically crushes the mold structure, killing the spore.

The effectiveness of certain surface mold treatments relies on a specific physical interaction rather than solely on chemical burning. This mechanism involves applying a liquid formulation where the active components are suspended within a carrier liquid. Once applied, this carrier liquid begins to evaporate, a process integral to the product's function. As the liquid volume decreases and finally disappears from the surface, the concentrated residue left behind exerts significant physical pressure. This residual force is sufficient to physically crush the delicate structure of the mold spore, leading to its destruction and effective killing, which is distinct from methods that rely on corrosive chemicals to achieve eradication.