An apparatus for raising, driving or compressing fluids or gases is called _________

Civil Engineering : Waste Water Engineering - Quiz(MCQ)

Pump

Piston

Compressor

Force drive

Correct Answer : Pump

Explanation : A pump is a device used to transfer or force the liquid or gas against gravity. There are different types of pumps based on the requirements and the pumps are designed for different loads.

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What is the growth of huge amounts of algae and other aquatic plants leading to the deterioration of the water quality called?

Algae growth

Eutrophication

Denitrification

Nitrification

Correct Answer : Option (B) : Eutrophication

Explanation : Eutrophication is the growth of huge amounts of algae and other aquatic plants leading to the deterioration of water quality. The untreated wastewater is rich in organic matter which demands oxygen.