Sedimentation and Filtration MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Sedimentation and Filtration, a fundamental topic in the field of Environmental Engineering. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Sedimentation and Filtration MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

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Q11.
When impurities are separated by the gravitation of settling particles, the operation is called _____
Discuss
Answer: (b).Plain sedimentation
Q12.
In which type of settling, sedimentation of discrete particles takes place?
Discuss
Answer: (d).Discrete settling
Q13.
In which settling type, dilute suspension of particles takes place?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Hindered settling
Q14.
In which type of sedimentation, flocculent suspension of intermediate concentration takes place?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Type III sedimentation
Q15.
In which type of sedimentation, flocculent suspension of high concentration takes place?
Discuss
Answer: (d).Type IV sedimentation
Q16.
What is the settling velocity of the particle if its diameter is 2 * 10⁻³cm. Given G=2.65, viscosity v=8 * 10⁻³cm²/Sec?
Discuss
Answer: (b).0.13cm/Sec
Q17.
In a rectangular horizontal flow tank, the maximum permissible velocity is ____ m/Sec.
Discuss
Answer: (b).0.3
Q18.
The time period for which the water is stored in a sedimentation tank is called _____
Discuss
Answer: (d).Detention period
Q19.
Settling velocity of a spherical body in a viscous fluid is given by ___________
Discuss
Answer: (c).Stokes law
Q20.
In a fill and draw type sedimentation tank, a detention period of ____ hours is provided.
Discuss
Answer: (d).24
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