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In a filtration, plant water is filtered using layers of

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  • sand and clay

  • clay and fine gravel

  • sand and fine gravel

  • sand, fine gravel and medium gravel

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Solution

sand, fine gravel and medium gravel

Explanation:

In wastewater treatment, wastewater is allowed to enter a grit and sand removal tank. Here, the speed of wastewater is reduced in order to allow sand, grit and pebbles to settle down.

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Chapter 18: Wastewater Story - MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS [Page 94]

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Chapter 18 Wastewater Story
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS | Q 9. | Page 94

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