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The nitrogen cycle in our atmoshphere is only useable to us after it is converted to |
aminio acid |
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The term used to describe the interrealtionship between the living and nonliving environments in an area is called |
ecosystem |
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Nitrogen is |
Ultimately used in making amino acids and nucleotides |
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In which phase of sewage treatment are trickling sometimes used |
Secondary treatment |
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In the cow's udder, milk |
Is sterile |
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The anaerobic organism used in sewage treatment may produce the useful product |
methane gas |
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The oxygen consuming property of a wastewater sample is designed by the term |
Biochemical oxygen demand |
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Eutrophic waters |
Are nutrient rich and may become hypoxic |
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Next to carbon and oxygen the element organisms most require is |
Nitrogen |
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Effective treatment wastewater /sewage is reflected in a |
I lower BOD |
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Wastewater decreases the amount of |
Pathogens and biodegradable carbon |
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In sewage treatment the removal of phosphates and nitrogen compounds is achieved during |
Advanced treatment |
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The resulting solids and juices of grapes used to make wine are termed |
Must |
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Sludge |
May incinerated |
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The tart taste of yogurt and sharp cheeses is due to the presence of |
Lactic acid |
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The activated sludge method |
Is used during secondary treatment of sewage |