Wastewater

The objective of wastewater engineering is to keep the environment and people from harm due to untreated wastewater.

Wastewater treatment is the process of converting wastewater to clean and treated water.

The common pollutants of wastewater are physical, chemical, and biological contaminants.

<p>The general processes in a sewerage treatment plant include primary treatment, secondary/biological treatment, and wastewater disinfection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The two treatment systems used in secondary treatment are fixed-film treatment system and aeration treatment system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The process of wastewater disinfection can involve chlorination or ultra-violet disinfection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The benefits of a sewerage treatment plant include wastewater reduction, energy production, and fertilizer production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reclaimed water reduces the demand on potable water supplies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reclaimed water is used for cooling, manufacturing, and cleaning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Septic systems are used to properly treat and dispose of wastewater from households.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Wastewater generation 2. Separation of solids and liquids in the septic tank 3. Distribution of effluent to the drain field 4. Treatment of effluent in the soil 5. Maintenance of the septic tank.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers