The Mechanical Removal or Diminution of Unwanted Substances Such as Bacteria

question 40

Multiple Choice

The mechanical removal or diminution of unwanted substances such as bacteria, viruses, or mineral turbidity from groundwater is termed ________.

• A)aqua-cleansing
• B)filtration
• C)derriereation
• D)dolomitization

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Definitions:

Plant Size

Plant Size pertains to the capacity or physical dimensions of a manufacturing or production facility.

Diseconomies of Scale

A situation where, as a firm increases production, the costs per unit increase instead of decreasing due to inefficiencies.

Output

The total amount of goods or services produced by a person, machine, or company within a certain period.

Economies of Scale

Cost advantages reaped by companies when production becomes efficient, leading to a decrease in the per unit cost as output increases.