📚 StudyHub

🔬 Biology  ·  Microbes in Human Welfare  ·  NEET

The activated sludge produced during secondary sewage treatment is used for what purpose?

  • A Directly applied as fertilizer without any further treatment steps
  • B Pumped into anaerobic sludge digesters to produce biogas
  • C Discharged directly into nearby rivers and streams
  • D Used to make biochar through pyrolysis treatment

Correct answer: B. Pumped into anaerobic sludge digesters to produce biogas

Explanation: Activated sludge (settled biomass) from secondary treatment tanks is pumped into anaerobic sludge digesters where microorganisms produce biogas.

Concept context

Microorganisms in food, medicine, sewage treatment, biocontrol, and biofertilizers

Read the full Microbes in Human Welfare notes →