Explore topic-wise MCQs in Waste Water Engineering.

This section includes 15 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Waste Water Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

IN_WHICH_OF_THE_FOLLOWING_SEDIMENTATION_TANKS,_THE_FLOW_MAY_BE_EITHER_HORIZONTAL_OR_VERTICAL??$

A. Circular
B. Rectangular
C. Fill and draw type
D. Continuous flow
Answer» E.
2.

The vertical type of sedimentation tanks are usually in _________ shape.$

A. Circular
B. Rectangular
C. Semi-circular
D. Cylindrical
Answer» B. Rectangular
3.

What is the maximum permissible velocity in horizontal flow type sedimentation tank?$

A. 0.2 m/s
B. 0.3 m/s
C. 0.5 m/s
D. 1 m/s
Answer» C. 0.5 m/s
4.

________ is provided after activated sludge process.

A. Primary sedimentation tank
B. Flocculation tank
C. Secondary sedimentation tank
D. Sand filter
Answer» D. Sand filter
5.

Sludge is disposed through _______

A. Hopper bottom
B. Sludge pump
C. Deflector
D. Launder
Answer» C. Deflector
6.

Why are the baffle walls provided?

A. Prevent short circuit
B. Abstruct flow
C. Reduce velocity
D. Collect sediment
Answer» B. Abstruct flow
7.

How many hours does the removing of Settleable particles require in fill and draw type of sedimentation tanks?

A. 3-6
B. 6-9
C. 6-12
D. 12-15
Answer» D. 12-15
8.

What is the time period for which the water is stored in fill and draw type of sedimentation tank?

A. 48 hours
B. 24 hours
C. 52 hours
D. 76 hours
Answer» C. 52 hours
9.

How many types of sedimentation tanks are present based on the shape of the tank?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer» B. 3
10.

How many types of sedimentation tanks are there based on the method of operation?

A. 2
B. 4
C. 5
D. 7
Answer» B. 4
11.

What is the accumulated layer at the bottom of the tank called as?

A. Flocs
B. Sediment
C. Sludge
D. Sewage
Answer» D. Sewage
12.

Sedimentation tank is also called as settling tank.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
13.

The tanks built with mechanical means for continuous removal of solids being deposited by sedimentation are called _________

A. Clarifiers
B. Settling basins
C. Sedimentation tanks
D. Eco-pons
Answer» B. Settling basins
14.

What are the ponds constructed for removing entrained solids called?

A. Clarifiers
B. Settling basins
C. Eco-ponds
D. Ditches
Answer» C. Eco-ponds
15.

Sedimentation is a process using gravity to remove suspended solids from water.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False