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Which of the following best describes anaerobic oxidation in wastewater treatment?
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- 1The physical separation of suspended solids from wastewater using sedimentation and filtration techniques.
- 2The chemical oxidation of inorganic compounds using strong chemical oxidizing agents like potassium dichromate.
- 3The rapid breakdown of organic pollutants using forced aeration and high concentrations of dissolved oxygen.
- 4The decomposition of organic matter by anaerobic bacteria in the absence or near-absence of dissolved oxygen, leading to putrefaction.✓
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The decomposition of organic matter by anaerobic bacteria in the absence or near-absence of dissolved oxygen, leading to putrefaction.
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