Description : The rate of accumulation of sludge in septic tanks is recommended as A. 30 litres/person/year B. 25 litres/person/year C. 30 litres/person/month D. 25 litres/person/month
Last Answer : ANS: A
Description : Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: A. Septic tanks are horizontal continuous flow type of sedimentation tanks B. Septic tanks are generally provided a detention period of 12 to 36 hours C ... covered and high vent shafts are provided for the escape of foul gases D. None of these
Last Answer : ANS: D
Description : Skimming tanks are A. Used to remove the grease and oil B. Those from which sludge is skimmed out C. Tanks provided with self- cleansing screens D. Improved version of grit chambers
Description : For treating the sewage of a large city, you will recommend A. A sedimentation tank and an activated sludge treatment plant B. A plant consisting of Imhoff tanks with low rate trickling filters C. Sedimentation tanks with high rate trickling filters D. None of these
Description : The sewage treatment units in which anaerobic decomposition of organic matter is used, are called A. Imhoff tanks B. Trickling filters C. Sludge sedimentation tanks D. None of these
Last Answer : ANS: B
Description : The bottom of the sewage inlet chamber of septic tanks, is provided an outward slope A. 1 in 5 B. 1 in 10 C. 1 in 15 D. 1 in 20
Description : In septic tanks, A. Free board of 0.3 m may be provided B. The baffles or tees are extended up to top level of scum C. The clear space between the baffle top and covering slab is about 7.5 cm D. All the above
Description : Which one of the following statements regarding septic tanks is wrong? A. A gap of 7.5 cm between the bottom of the covering slab and the top level of scum is provided B. The outlet invert level is kept ... . The minimum width of septic level is 90 cm D. The depth of tank is kept equal to its width
Description : In septic tanks, decomposition of organic bacteria, is done by A. Anaerobic bacteria B. Aerobic bacteria C. Both types of bacterias D. None of these
Description : The sewage treatment in septic tanks is due to A. Anaerobic decomposition B. Aerobic decomposition C. Parasitic decomposition D. None of these
Description : The clarigesters are A. Circular septic tanks B. Rectangular septic tanks C. Circular Imhoff double tanks with bottom hoppers D. Circular Imhoff double storey tanks without bottom hoppers
Description : Assertion A.: A free board of 0.3 m is provided above the top sewage line in septic tanks. Reason (R): It helps to accommodate the scum in the septic tank. A. Both A and R is true and R is the correct ... is not a correct explanation of A C. A is true but R is false D. A is false but R is true
Description : Antisyphonage pipe is fitted A. At the end of septic tanks B. On manholes C. With a W.C. trap D. At the beginning of sewer line
Last Answer : ANS: C
Description : In the activated sludge process A. Aeration is continued till stability B. Aeration is done with an admixture of previously aerated sludge C. Sludge is activated by constant stirring D. Water is removed by centrifugal action
Description : During preliminary treatment of a sewage A. Oil and grease are removed from skimming tanks B. Floating materials are removed by screening C. Girt and sand are removed by girt chambers D. All the above
Description : In normal conditions, the period for sludge digestion, is A. 10 days B. 20 days C. 30 days D. 60 days
Description : 11. Acid regression stage of sludge digestion at a temperature 21°C extends over a period of A. 15 days B. 30 days C. 60 days D. 90 days
Description : The dimensions of a rectangular settling tank are: length 24 m, width 6 m and depth 3 m. If 2 hour detention period for tanks is recommended, the rate of flow of sewage per hour, is A. 204 cu.m B. 208 cu.m C. 212 cu.m D. 216 cu.m
Description : In detritus tanks, A. Flow velocity is kept 0.09 m/sec B. Detention period is kept 3 to 4 minutes C. Organic and inorganic materials are separated D. All the above
Description : In case of Imhoff tanks, A. The shape is rectangular B. Detention period is 2 hours C. The velocity of flow is restricted to 0.30 m/minute D. All the above
Description : The detention period for plain sedimentation water tanks, is usually A. 4 to 8 hours B. 8 to 16 hours C. 16 to 24 hours D. 24 to 36 hours
Description : The maximum depth of sedimentation tanks, is kept A. 3 m B. 3.5 m C. 4 m D. 4.5 m
Description : For a continuous flow type of sedimentation tanks A. Width of the tank is normally kept about 6 m B. Length of the tank is normally kept 4 to 5 times the width C. Maximum horizontal flow velocity is limited to 0.3 m/minute D. All the above
Description : The moisture content of sludge is reduced from 90% to 80% in a sludge digestion tank. The percentage decrease in the volume of sludge, is A. 25 % B. 50 % C. 10 % D. 5 %
Description : Q No: 251 In a sludge digestion tank if the moisture content of sludge V1 litres is reduced from p1 % to p2 % the volume V2 is A. [(100 + P1)/(100 – P2)] V1 B. [(100 – P1)/(100 + P2)] V1 C. [(100 – P1)/(100 – P2)] V1 D. [(100 + P2)/(100 – P1)] V1
Description : The detention time (t) of a settling tank, may be defined as the time required for A. A particle to travel along its length B. A particle to travel from top surface to bottom sludge zone C. The flow of sewage to fill the tank D. None of these
Description : The first stage of neutral process of sludge digestion, is A. Acid fermentation B. Acid regression C. Alkaline fermentation D. None of these
Description : The rate of accumulation of sludge per person per year, is A. 10 litres B. 15 litres C. 20 litres D. 25 litres
Description : Sludge banks are formed if sewage is disposed of in A. Rivers B. Seas C. Lakes D. None of these
Description : pH value of sludge during alkaline regression stage, is A. More than 7 B. Less than 7 C. Less than 6 D. More than 6
Description : In a sludge tank, the gas mainly produced, is A. Oxygen B. Nitrogen C. Hydrogen D. Carbon dioxide
Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following: A. Rate of digestion of sludge is more at higher temperature B. Thermophilic organisms digest the sludge if the temperature ranges from 40° to 60°C C. Mesophilic organisms digest the sludge if the temperature is between 25° and 40°C D. All the above
Description : The sludge does not contain waste water from A. Bath rooms B. Wash basins C. Kitchen sinks D. Toilets
Description : Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: A. The process of decomposing the organic matter under controlled anaerobic conditions, is called sludge digestion B. Sludge digestion is carried ... contain 75% carbon dioxide D. The gases produced in sludge digestion process, contain 75% methane
Description : Q No: 271 Pick up the correct statement from the following: A. Turbidity is more in strong sewage B. The black colour indicates septic sewage C. The sewage omits offensive odours after four hours D. All the above
Description : The effluent of a septic tank is A. Fit for discharge into any open drain B. Foul and contains dissolved and suspended solids C. As good as that from a complete treatment D. None of these
Description : The normal values of over flow rates for secondary sedimentation tanks, ranges between A. 25,000 to 35,000 litres/sqm/day B. 40,000 to 50,000 litres/sqm/day C. 50,000 to 60,000 litres/sqm/day D. 80,000 to 10,000 litres/sqm/day
Description : The flow velocity in detritus tanks is A. 0.05 m/sec B. 0.09 m/sec C. 1.25 m/sec D. None of these
Description : The normal value of over flow rates for plain primary sedimentation tanks, ranges between A. 25,000 to 35,000 litres/sqm/day B. 40,000 to 50,000 litres/sqm/day C. 50,000 to 60,000 litres/sqm/day D. 80,000 to 100,000 litres/sqm/day
Description : The normal values of over flow rates for sedimentation tanks using coagulant, ranges between A. 25,000 to 35,000 litres/sqm/day B. 40,000 to 50,000 litres/sqm/day C. 50,000 to 60,000 litres/sqm/day D. 80,000 to 100,000 litres/sqm/day
Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following: A. The maximum rate of storm runoff is called peak drainage discharge B. Rational method of estimating peak run off, may be used precisely for ... entire area starts contributing to the runoff, is called the time of concentration D. All the above
Description : The design period of sewage treatment works in normally A. 5 – 10 years B. 15 – 20 years C. 30 – 40 years D. 40 – 50 years
Description : The design period in years for pumping plants, is A. 1 B. 2 to 3 C. 3 to 5 D. 5 to 10
Description : Q No: 191 Design period of 40 to 50 years is adopted for A. Branch sewers B. Main sewers C. Trunk sewers D. All the above
Description : Assertion A.: The minimum self cleansing velocity in the sewer, at least once a day, must be generated. Reason (R): If certain deposition takes place and is not removed, it obstructs free flow and causes further ... correct explanation of A C. A is true but R is false D. A is false but R is true
Description : Select the correct statement from the following. (a) Biogas is produced by the activity of aerobic bacteria on animal waste. (b) Methanobacterium is an aerobic bacterium found in rumen of ... sludge-sediment in settlement tanks of sewage treatment plant is a rich source of aerobic bacteria.
Last Answer : (d) Activated sludge-sediment in settlement tanks of sewage treatment plant is a rich source of aerobic bacteria.
Description : Does anyone have an opinion on doggie poo septic tanks?
Last Answer : That’s got to be the most ridiculous device I’ve ever seen. It doesn’t matter if it’s human or dog waste, it’s still waste. Just flush it down the toilet. Why would you spend extra to have a doggie septic tank?
Description : Where can I find information on septic tanks?
Last Answer : Where can I find information on septic tanks? You can find information on septic tanks at http://completewatersystems.com/products/? . The industry is called Xylem , the Motto is "Let's solve Water."
Description : How often should septic tanks be inspected?
Last Answer : If you are having problems with your septic tank than it is essential that you have it checked. If there is a problem and you leave it, it will become worse and worse.
Description : Septic tanks are used for the __________ of the deposited solids. (A) Separation (B) Anaerobic decomposition (C) Aerobic decomposition (D) None of these
Last Answer : (B) Anaerobic decomposition