The depth in open drain should preferably be kept _______ the man height.

Civil Engineering : Waste Water Engineering - Quiz(MCQ)

Less than

Equal to

Greater than

Sufficient to

Correct Answer : Less than

Explanation : Open drains often carry storm water. In rainy seasons the water level increases in the drains. If it contains clogging or any operations to be done, it becomes difficult if the depth is more.

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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.