I have an equalization tank with the following dimensions: Tank Dimensions: Height: 5.15 meters Length: 10.3 meters Width: 30.48 meters Total volume calculated: 1616.8116 m³ The design flow is 2.5 MGD. I want to treat the pH and alkalinity with soda ash. pH: 4.9 (desired: 7) Alkalinity [mg/L]: 44 mg/L (desired: 200 mg/L) How can I calculate how much soda ash I need to treat the pH and alkalinity in the equalization tank?

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I have an equalization tank with the following dimensions:

Tank Dimensions:

  • Height: 5.15 meters
  • Length: 10.3 meters
  • Width: 30.48 meters
  • Total volume calculated: 1616.8116 m³

The design flow is 2.5 MGD.

I want to treat the pH and alkalinity with soda ash.

pH: 4.9 (desired: 7)

Alkalinity [mg/L]: 44 mg/L (desired: 200 mg/L)

How can I calculate how much soda ash I need to treat the pH and alkalinity in the equalization tank?

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