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What percentage of households in India rely on groundwater as their source of drinking water?
Around 60-70%
What is the primary objective of surface water treatment?
To remove suspended material and eliminate pathogenic organisms
What is the purpose of the Rapid Mixing step in water treatment?
To mix lime and soda into the water
What is the purpose of the Filtration step in water treatment?
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What is the purpose of the Disinfection step in water treatment?
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Why do Water Treatment Plants (WTPs) need to remove high levels of organic content from Indian rivers?
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What is the primary goal of coagulation and flocculation in water treatment?
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What type of particles are commonly found in water and repel each other due to their negative charge?
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What is a key characteristic of a suitable coagulant?
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What is the purpose of sedimentation in water treatment?
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What is the result of the combination of coagulation and flocculation in water treatment?
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What is the role of paddle mixers in the coagulation and flocculation process?
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