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 Nutrient Removal Bacteria; and Chemical Feed Pumps. This time, you can test your knowledge about trickling filter conditions; and pumping conditions.
Wastewater Treatment Sample Question
What condition on a trickling filter is caused by excessive organic loading, accumulation of debris such as trash or leaves or excessive algae growth?
A. DenitrificationB. Filamentous overgrowthC. Filter fliesD. Ponding
Answer: The answer to the question is D. Ponding is a very common condition on trickling
Exam Study Guide: Trickling Filter Conditions; and Pumping Conditions
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.
Jan 03, 2019
| by Rick Lallish and Drew Hoelscher |











