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What is required to keep the activated sludge suspended?

What is required to keep the activated sludge suspended? Correct Answer Oxygen

To maintain the aerobic conditions and to keep the activated sludge suspended, a continuous and well-timed supply of oxygen is required. Flocs of bacteria, which are suspended and mixed with wastewater is used for the process.

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