The maximum velocity in a channel section often occurs _______ the water surface.

Civil Engineering : Waste Water Engineering - Quiz(MCQ)

Above

Below

Top

Between

Correct Answer : Below

Explanation : A closed or an open conduit always has different velocities of flow within the section. The bottom of the channel is provided with the certain slope for the water carrying foreign particles to flow easily. Hence the velocity is maximum at the bottom of the water surface.

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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.