BIOLOGY
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Author: Raven
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Chapter 17.5, Problem 3LO
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To explain: The importance of microbes in wastewater treatment.
Introduction: Wastewater is the water contaminated with human and other animal fecal wastes and industrial contaminants. The treatment of wastewater involves three stages, namely, primary, secondary, and advanced treatment.
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