5.2 - Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
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Practice Questions
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What does TSS stand for?
💡 Hint: Look for the full form of TSS.
Name one visible sign of high TSS levels.
💡 Hint: Consider what affects water's clarity.
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What is TSS an indicator of?
💡 Hint: Think about what turbidity reflects in water.
True or False: TSS can include dissolved solids.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the difference between suspended and dissolved.
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A sample of water shows high turbidity and is suspected to have high TSS. What methods can be implemented to clarify this water while ensuring safety?
💡 Hint: Consider physical and chemical processes used in water treatment.
Considering the impact of TSS on aquatic environments, devise a plan to monitor and mitigate TSS levels in a local river affected by agricultural runoff.
💡 Hint: Think about the role of both monitoring and environmental conservation.
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