Why Are Nitrogen and Phosphorous Compounds Removed from Water During

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Multiple Choice

Why are nitrogen and phosphorous compounds removed from water during wastewater treatment?

• A)Because they can feminize fish populations downstream.
• B)Because natural waters should contain no organic materials.
• C)To prevent downriver algal blooms.
• D)They are not; both of these compounds are beneficial to natural waters.

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