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Why is aerobic degradation more important than anaerobic degradation for the treatment of large volumes of waste water rich in organic matter. Discuss.

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Aerobic degradation of waste water helps (a) In the consumption of major part of organic waste from the effluent. (b) In the formation of flocks which settle down as activated sludge and is later on used for biogas production. (c) This makes water clear and useable.
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