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ID: #19429
Question
The bio-chemical treatment of sewage effluent is a process of -
Options
1
oxidation
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2
deoxidation
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3
sedimentation
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4
selt-purification
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Explanation
Biochemical treatment (like activated sludge) relies on microorganisms to consume organic matter. This is an oxidation process where organic carbon is oxidized to CO2 and new biomass in the presence of oxygen.