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What is the purpose of flocculation in water treatment?
To agglomerate finely divided particles into larger aggregates
How is gentle stirring achieved during flocculation?
Using paddles or baffles to induce a rolling motion in the water
What is the role of coagulation in water treatment?
To add a chemical substance that reacts with the natural alkalinity of water forming gelatinous hydracids
What is the role of paddles or baffles in the flocculation process?
Inducing a rolling motion in the water to achieve gentle stirring
What is the effect of adding a chemical substance during coagulation in water treatment?
Reacting with the natural alkalinity of water to form gelatinous hydracids
What is the main outcome of flocculation in water treatment?
Attraction of small suspended solids to the surface of gelatinous hydracids
Test your knowledge on water treatment processes including flocculation and coagulation. Learn about how particles agglomerate, and the chemical substances used to treat water.
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