Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering

Slow sand filters remove bacteria mainly through:

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Choose the correct answer

A

reverse osmosis membrane

B

chlorine gas stored in sand

C

biological layer or schmutzdecke

D

lime precipitation only

Correct Answer

C. biological layer or schmutzdecke

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The biologically active surface layer is crucial for pathogen and organic removal in slow sand filtration.

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