Explore topic-wise MCQs in Environmental Science.

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

1.

The thickness of the layers of filter sand of zeolite softener is

A. 20cm
B. 30cm
C. 40cm
D. 100cm
Answer» E.
2.

The sludge in water softening accelerator is deposited at

A. Sedimentation tank
B. Reaction zone
C. Concentrator
D. Secondary mixing zone
Answer» D. Secondary mixing zone
3.

State whether the following statement is true or false.The permanent hardness can be removed by adding lime and soda.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
4.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of zeolite process?

A. No sludge is formed
B. The process is almost automatic
C. Suspended impurities get deposited around the zeolite particles
D. Zero hardness can be occurred
Answer» D. Zero hardness can be occurred
5.

Which filter is normally used in the lime soda treatment plant?

A. Slow sand filter
B. Rapid sand filter
C. Dual media filter
D. Mixed media filter
Answer» C. Dual media filter
6.

The temporary hardness in water is due to the presence of

A. Sulfates, Chlorides
B. Sulfates, Chlorides, nitrates
C. Carbonates and bicarbonates
D. Sulfates and carbonates
Answer» D. Sulfates and carbonates
7.

What is the detention time of a water softening accelerator?

A. 1-6minutes
B. 20minutes
C. 30 minutes
D. 1-2hours
Answer» E.
8.

The total hardness of water is 100ppm as CaCO3 equivalent. What is the type of water?

A. Soft
B. Moderately hard
C. Hard
D. Very hard
Answer» C. Hard
9.

The Total hardness of soft water as CaCO3 equivalent is

A. 50ppm
B. 100ppm
C. 150ppm
D. 200ppm
Answer» B. 100ppm
10.

State whether the following statement is true or falseThe zeolite process is unsuitable for water containing iron and manganese.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
11.

Permutit has an exchange value of ________ grams of hardness per m3 of zeolite.

A. 10000
B. 20,000-30,000
C. 35,000-40,000
D. 40,000-50,000
Answer» D. 40,000-50,000