Study Guide Answer Key

Here are the answers to the May 20, 2021 edition of TPO's Exam Study Guide: 1. When selecting a polymer for dewatering on a belt-filter press, what performance requirement should be conducted before making a choice of polymers? The answer to this question is C, jar test. Selecting the proper polymer for dewatering sludge is very important. Using polymers matched to your plant’s sludge characteristics can make a huge difference. Too much conditioning can be costly and leave needs unmet, while too little can result in ineffective dewatering and possible excess costs in handling and sludge application. Jar tests are effective means of