Combined Science GCSE
Further treatment
What Further treatment means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Further treatment
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Reference: AQA
Sludge may be digested anaerobically to produce biogas and a residue used as fertiliser, while effluent undergoes aerobic biological treatment and disinfection before release.
Topics that use Further treatment
- Waste water treatment (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Grit removal
- Ground water
- Physical separation techniques
- Potable water
- Protecting treatment equipment
- Screening
- Sedimentation
- Waste water
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