Practice - Standards and Emerging Contaminants
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Practice Questions
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What does TDS stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what is dissolved in water.
Define BOD.
💡 Hint: It's related to the oxygen needed for microbial action.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does TSS stand for?
💡 Hint: It measures solids that don't settle out.
True or False: COD is always lower than BOD.
💡 Hint: Think about what each measurement encompasses.
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss how the presence of non-biodegradable substances can impact the ecological balance of aquatic environments and propose potential solutions for treatment.
💡 Hint: Think about treatment that is not just chemical but also biological.
Given a scenario where a river shows an increasing BOD but stable COD readings, what could be inferred about the organic pollution? Suggest actions.
💡 Hint: Consider what type of waste is being introduced into the ecosystem.
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