While Wastewater Is in an Activated Sludge Tank, Much of the Organic

question 36

Multiple Choice

While wastewater is in an activated sludge tank, much of the organic matter is

• A) oxidized.
• B) adsorbed to the floc.
• C) incorporated into microbial cells.
• D) oxidized, adsorbed to the floc, and incorporated into microbial cells.

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Mental Set

A psychological tendency to approach situations in a certain way based on previous experiences and context, which can sometimes inhibit problem-solving.

Functional Fixedness

A mindset that limits an individual's use of an object to its conventional purpose alone, inhibiting their capacity for innovation and solving challenges.

Functional Fixedness

A cognitive bias that limits a person's ability to use an object only in the way it is traditionally used, hindering problem-solving.

Functional Fixedness

A cognitive bias that limits a person to using an object only in the way it is traditionally used, hindering the ability to see alternative uses or solutions.