Welcome back to TPO magazine's Exam Study Guide Series, which offers a pair of water/wastewater study questions with in-depth explanations of the answers. Last time, we covered a set of wastewater and drinking water treatment questions on the topics of UV Disinfection; and Calcium Saturation. This time, you can test your knowledge about influent organic matter removal, and chemical feed rates.
Wastewater Treatment Sample Question:
How much influent organic matter is expected to be removed in primary treatment using a primary clarifier?
A. 10 to 20 percent
B. 20 to 35 percent
C. 35 to 50 percent
D. 60 to 75 percent
Answer: The answer to this question is B. Primary clarifiers are designed primarily
Exam Study Guide: Influent Organic Matter Removal; and Chemical Feed Rates
Maintaining your education is important, especially in a career that demands licensing exams. Prove you’re an expert operator by answering these questions and others from our Exam Study Guide Series.
Jul 26, 2018
| by Rick Lallish and Drew Hoelscher
