Carbon-block-filter-cartridge - A carbon block filter consisting of activated carbon, which removes any organic matter, chlorine, odor and turbidity Compared to a granular carbon filter, the surface area of the carbon block is much larger, as well as the number of active centers . Filters out mechanical impurities. The cartridge acts as a control cartridge, which additionally filters water and does what the first two cartridges did not provide. Carbon cartridges are especially recommended for surface water treatment.