Explore topic-wise MCQs in Environmental Engineering.

This section includes 11 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Environmental Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

What is the type of filter used in the septic tank when the rate of percolation is 90 minutes?

A. Slow sand filter
B. Rapid sand filter
C. Biological filter
D. Trickling filter
Answer» D. Trickling filter
2.

The minimum depth of septic tank as per design consideration is ___________

A. 1.8m
B. 1m
C. 1.2m
D. 1.5m
Answer» D. 1.5m
3.

The concentration of biodegradable organic matter after the septic tank is ___________

A. 50ppm
B. 100ppm
C. 200ppm
D. 75ppm
Answer» D. 75ppm
4.

The detention period of a septic tank is ___________

A. 2 hours
B. 12-36 hours
C. 4 hours
D. 1 week
Answer» C. 4 hours
5.

What is the type of filter used in septic tank when the rate of percolation is 90 minutes?

A. Slow sand filter
B. Rapid sand filter
C. Biological filter
D. Trickling filter
Answer» D. Trickling filter
6.

The minimum depth of septic tank as per design consideration is

A. 1.8m
B. 1m
C. 1.2m
D. 1.5m
Answer» D. 1.5m
7.

Which of the following is not the method of disposal of sewage from septic tank?

A. Upflow anaerobic filter
B. Soil absorption system
C. Vacuum filter
D. Biological filters
Answer» D. Biological filters
8.

What is the maximum design flow of sewage in a septic tank?

A. 70 liters per person per day
B. 100 liters per person per day
C. 30 liters per person per day
D. 40 liters per person per day
Answer» B. 100 liters per person per day
9.

The concentration of biodegradable organic matter after the septic tank is

A. 50ppm
B. 100ppm
C. 200ppm
D. 75ppm
Answer» D. 75ppm
10.

The detention period of a septic tank is

A. 2 hours
B. 12-36 hours
C. 4 hours
D. 1 week
Answer» C. 4 hours
11.

The disposal of sewage from the septic tank is done by which of the following?

A. Clarifier
B. Soak pit
C. Aerated lagoon
D. Lamp holes
Answer» C. Aerated lagoon