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In what way anaerobic sludge digestion is important in sewage treatments?

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In what way anaerobic sludge digestion is important in sewage treatments?

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In anaerobic sludge digestion, anaerobic bacteria, digest the aerobic bacteria and the fungi in the sludge and the remaining organic matter. During this digestion, bacteria produce a mixture of gases such as methane, hydrogen sulphide and carbon dioxide. These gases (biogas) can be used as a source of energy as it is inflammable.

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Chapter 10: Microbes in Human Welfare - LONG ANSWER [Page 74]

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Chapter 10 Microbes in Human Welfare
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