The relatively clean wastewater from baths, sinks, washing machines and other kitchen appliances is called ________

Civil Engineering : Waste Water Engineering - Quiz(MCQ)

Wastewater

Grey water

Black water

Yellow water

Correct Answer : Grey water

Explanation : Yellow water refers to the wastewater containing only feces. Black water is the wastewater from bathrooms and toilets. Wastewater generally refers to the water that cannot be used or water produced out of various uses.

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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.