Bioremediation of Inorganic Pollutants Quiz
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What is the importance of phosphorous (P) removal?

  • Phosphorous removal is important despite its trace amount in nature, and its role in ATP transfer and energy storage. (correct)
  • Phosphorous removal is not important due to its trace amount in nature and minimal impact on the environment.
  • Phosphorous removal is not important as it does not play a role in ATP transfer or energy storage.
  • Phosphorous removal is important primarily due to its high concentration in nature and significant impact on ecosystems.
  • What is the impact of organic human waste on phosphorous accumulation?

  • Organic human waste has no impact on phosphorous accumulation in the environment.
  • Organic human waste contributes to phosphorous accumulation due to the absence of phosphorous in cells.
  • Organic human waste reduces phosphorous accumulation by promoting natural decomposition processes.
  • Organic human waste contributes to phosphorous accumulation due to the presence of phosphorous in cells. (correct)
  • What are the sources of bulk concentration of phosphorous (P)?

  • Only human excreta contributes to the bulk concentration of phosphorous.
  • Fertilizers and cleaning agents are the primary sources of bulk concentration of phosphorous.
  • Fertilizers, detergents, cleaning agents, and human excreta are sources of bulk concentration of phosphorous. (correct)
  • Detergents and cleaning agents are the main sources of bulk concentration of phosphorous.
  • How does the presence of chemicals alter the pH and affect orthophosphate form?

    <p>The presence of chemicals can lead to alkaline or acidic conditions, altering the pH and changing the orthophosphate form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical range of Total P in wastewater based on sources of water?

    <p>4-8mg/l</p> Signup and view all the answers

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