In the grit and sand removal tank, the speed of incoming wastewater is decreased so that:
AAerobic bacteria grow
BWarm water evaporates
CSand and pebbles settle
DOil and grease float up
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Sand and pebbles settle
1. Slow water lets heavy particles drop.
2. Sand, grit and pebbles settle down.
3. The clarifier tank comes next.
_Source: syllabus Science, Chapter 18, Wastewater Story._
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