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SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-11-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Wastewater Treatment
  • Sewers and Drainage
DEF

A facility for treating wastes disposed of through drains and sewers.

CONT

Depending on its sophistication, a sewage treatment plant may provide as many levels of treatment. Primary treatment involves the settling and removal of solids only. Secondary treatment involves aerating the wastes to encourage the growth of micro-organisms that convert organic matter into carbon dioxide and sludge. Tertiary treatment removes certain dissolved chemicals as well as additional solids.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Traitement des eaux usées
  • Égouts et drainage
CONT

L'usine d'épuration des eaux d'égout urbaines et industrielles utilise l'action biologique des boues activées dans deux lignes de traitement distinctes : l'une pour le traitement des eaux d'égout, l'autre pour le traitement de la boue elle-même.

Key term(s)
  • usine de traitement de l'eau d'égout
  • usine d'épuration de l'eau d'égout

Spanish

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