The evolution of gases such as CH4, CO2, H2S occurs in which of the following zones of pollution?
1 Answers
Option 3 : Zone of active decomposition
Explanation:
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Correct order is
Zone A – Zone of clear water
Zone B – Zone of Degradation
Zone C – Zone of Active decomposition
Zone D – Zone of Recovery
Zone E – Zone of recovery
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Zone |
Main Characteristics |
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Zone of Clear Water (1 & 5) |
Clear water, presence of fishes. 100% saturation |
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Zone of Degradation (2) |
Dissolved oxygen level falls due to the decomposition of Organic Matter in this Zone. Dark and turbid water. Fishes may present Algae are absent. 40% saturation |
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Zone of Active Decomposition (3) |
Zone of heavy pollution. Water is very dark and turbid Dissolved oxygen level falls to Zero. Critical Oxygen Deficient occurs. Evolution of harmful gases such as CH4, CO2, H2S Formation of the dirty scum layer. Both fishes and algae absents 0% saturation |
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Zone of recovery (4) |
Dissolved oxygen level increases and may reach to saturated value. Decomposition of organic matter takes place up to the Nitrate level. Both fishes and Algae reappear. BOD falls down. 40% saturation |