2024 101605

B.Tech 6th Semester Examination, 2024

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer of the following (Any seven questions only):

Q1.1

Which of the following is a primary treatment process in sewage treatment?

a)

Biological filtration

b)

Sedimentation

c)

Chlorination

d)

Activated sludge process

Q1.2

Which of the following is a potential source of sewage pollution?

a)

Industrial discharge

b)

Household wastewater

c)

Agricultural runoff

d)

All of the above

Q1.3

What is the role of anaerobic bacteria in sewage treatment?

a)

To break down organic matter without oxygen

b)

To remove heavy metals

c)

To increase the oxygen levels in water

d)

To increase the volume of sewage

Q1.4

What is the purpose of a sewage treatment?

a)

To convert sewage into drinking water

b)

To treat and dispose wastewater safely

c)

To increase landfill usage

d)

To incinerate waste

Q1.5

What is the main purpose of secondary treatment in sewage treatment?

a)

To remove solids

b)

To remove heavy metals

c)

To reduce organic matter and nutrients

d)

To disinfect the effluent

Q1.6

Which of the following materials is most commonly recycled?

a)

Styrofoam

b)

Diapers

c)

Glass

d)

Food waste

Q1.7

What is the waste management hierarchy?

a)

Incineration

b)

Landfilling

c)

Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, Recovery, Disposal

d)

Landfilling, Recycling, Recovery

Q1.8

Which of the following is a challenge in solid waste management?

a)

Increased recycling rates

b)

Lack of public awareness

c)

Development of new technologies

d)

Reduction of waste generation

Q1.9

What is the primary goal of solid waste management?

a)

To recycle materials

b)

To reduce environmental impact

c)

To increase landfill usage

d)

To incinerate waste

Q1.10

Which legislation in the United States focuses on waste management and resource recovery?

a)

Clean Air Act

b)

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

c)

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

d)

Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Evaluate the impact of population growth and urbanization on the design of sewerage systems. What strategies can be employed to address these challenges?

Q2.2

A residential area is expected to have a population of 5,000 people. The average water usage is estimated at 150 liters per person per day. The design engineer plans to use a gravity sewer system.
(i) Calculate the average daily flow in liters per second. If the sewer is designed to handle peak flow, which is estimated to be 2.5 times the average flow, calculate the peak flow in $ L/s $.
(ii) If the sewer has a diameter of 200 mm, calculate the minimum slope required to ensure a flow velocity of at least $ 0.6~m/s $, using the Manning's equation. (Take Manning's coefficient = 0.013)

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Discuss the key design considerations for a sewage pumping station. Include operational efficiency selection, hydraulic design, equipment specification and impact.

Q3.2

A sewage pumping station is required to handle a peak flow of 150 $ L/s $, total dynamic head (TDH) needed is estimated at 15 meters.
(i) Calculate the horsepower (HP) required for the pump (Assume pump efficiency as 70%).
(ii) Convert the flow rate from $ L/s $ to GPM. (Given, 1 $ L/s $ = 15.85 GPM)

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Analyze the role of stormwater management in the design of sewerage systems. How can integrated approaches enhance system efficiency?

Q4.2

A city has a combined sewer system serving an area of 10 hectares. The design flow is comprised of 70% sewage and 30% stormwater. The average sewage generation rate is 200 liters per capita per day, and the city has a population of 20,000. During a rain event, the rainfall intensity is $ 50~mm/hour $, and the runoff coefficient is 0.8.
(i) Calculate the average sewage flow in $ m^{3}/s $.
(ii) Calculate the stormwater generated from the rain event in $ m^{3}/s $.
(iii) Determine the total design flow (combined sewage and stormwater).

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Discuss the key components and challenges of solid waste management systems. Include aspects like generation, collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal, and analyze the importance of sustainable practices in managing solid waste effectively.

Q5.2

A city has a population of 250,000 residents. The average waste generation rate is 1.2 kg per person per day.
(i) Calculate the total waste generated by the city in a year (in MT).
(ii) If the city aims to recycle 30% of its waste, how much waste (in MT) will be recycled annually? Determine the amount of waste sent to landfills annually (in MT).

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Examine the concept of the circular economy in relation to solid waste management. How can this model reduce waste generation and promote resource recovery? Provide examples of successful circular economy initiatives.

Q6.2

A municipality incurs various costs associated with solid waste management. The following costs are estimated for a year: Collection costs: ₹500,000; Transportation costs: ₹300,000; Treatment and disposal costs: ₹400,000.
1. Calculate the total annual cost of solid waste management.
2. If the municipality serves 200,000 residents, determine the cost per capita for solid waste management.
3. If the total waste generated is 100,000 metric tons, calculate the cost per metric ton for managing solid waste.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

Compare and contrast aerobic and anaerobic treatment systems used in wastewater management. Discuss their operational principles, advantages and disadvantages, and specific applications. Provide examples of each system and analyze their roles in sustainable wastewater management.

Q7.2

An anaerobic digester processes organic waste with the following characteristics: the digester has a volume of $ 500~m^{3} $ and processes waste with a total solids (TS) concentration of 6% by weight. The digester operates at a hydraulic retention time (HRT) of 20 days.
1. Calculate the total mass of organic waste (in kg) processed in the digester at any given time.
2. If the anaerobic digestion process achieves a volatile solids (VS) reduction of 60%, calculate the mass of volatile solids reduced (in kg).
3. Determine the total biogas produced if 0.4 $ m^{3} $ of biogas is produced per kg of volatile solids reduced.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Analyze the environmental impacts of landfills and discuss the strategies that can be employed to mitigate these impacts.

Q8.2

A landfill has a total capacity of 500,000 cubic meters. The compacted waste is approximately 0.8 metric tons per cubic meter.
(i) Calculate the total weight capacity of the landfill in metric tons.
(ii) If the landfill receives an average of 120 tons of waste per day, determine how long the landfill will last (in days) before reaching capacity.
(iii) Convert the lifespan of the landfill into years.

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

Compare between Bangalore method and the Indore method of composting. Discuss their principles, operational procedures, advantages, and disadvantages. Which method would you prefer if you were the environmental officer in charge? Also mention the reason for your selection.

Q9.2

Write short notes on any two of the following:

a)

National River cleaning plans

b)

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

c)

Difference between suspended and attached growth systems

d)

Integrated solid waste management


2024 V4 101605

B.Tech 6th Semester Examination, 2024

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer of the following (Any seven questions only):

Q1.1

Which of the following is a primary treatment process in sewage treatment?

a)

Biological filtration

b)

Sedimentation

c)

Chlorination

d)

Activated sludge process

Q1.2

Which of the following is a potential source of sewage pollution?

a)

Industrial discharge

b)

Household wastewater

c)

Agricultural runoff

d)

All of the above

Q1.3

What is the role of anaerobic bacteria in sewage treatment?

a)

To break down organic matter without oxygen

b)

To remove heavy metals

c)

To increase the oxygen levels in water

d)

To increase the volume of sewage

Q1.4

What is the purpose of a sewage treatment?

a)

To convert sewage into drinking water

b)

To treat and dispose wastewater safely

c)

To increase landfill usage

d)

To incinerate waste

Q1.5

What is the main purpose of secondary treatment in sewage treatment?

a)

To remove solids

b)

To remove heavy metals

c)

To reduce organic matter and nutrients

d)

To disinfect the effluent

Q1.6

Which of the following materials is most commonly recycled?

a)

Styrofoam

b)

Diapers

c)

Glass

d)

Food waste

Q1.7

What is the waste management hierarchy?

a)

Incineration

b)

Landfilling

c)

Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, Recovery, Disposal

d)

Landfilling, Recycling, Recovery

Q1.8

Which of the following is a challenge in solid waste management?

a)

Increased recycling rates

b)

Lack of public awareness

c)

Development of new technologies

d)

Reduction of waste generation

Q1.9

What is the primary goal of solid waste management?

a)

To recycle materials

b)

To reduce environmental impact

c)

To increase landfill usage

d)

To incinerate waste

Q1.10

Which legislation in the United States focuses on waste management and resource recovery?

a)

Clean Air Act

b)

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

c)

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

d)

Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Evaluate the impact of population growth and urbanization on the design of sewerage systems. What strategies can be employed to address these challenges?

Q2.2

A residential area is expected to have a population of 5,000 people. The average water usage is estimated at 150 liters per person per day. The design engineer plans to use a gravity sewer system.
(i) Calculate the average daily flow in liters per second. If the sewer is designed to handle peak flow, which is estimated to be 2.5 times the average flow, calculate the peak flow in $ L/s $.
(ii) If the sewer has a diameter of 200 mm, calculate the minimum slope required to ensure a flow velocity of at least $ 0.6~m/s $, using the Manning's equation. (Take Manning's coefficient = 0.013)

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Discuss the key design considerations for a sewage pumping station. Include operational efficiency selection, hydraulic design, equipment specification and impact.

Q3.2

A sewage pumping station is required to handle a peak flow of 150 $ L/s $, total dynamic head (TDH) needed is estimated at 15 meters.
(i) Calculate the horsepower (HP) required for the pump (Assume pump efficiency as 70%).
(ii) Convert the flow rate from $ L/s $ to GPM. (Given, 1 $ L/s $ = 15.85 GPM)

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Analyze the role of stormwater management in the design of sewerage systems. How can integrated approaches enhance system efficiency?

Q4.2

A city has a combined sewer system serving an area of 10 hectares. The design flow is comprised of 70% sewage and 30% stormwater. The average sewage generation rate is 200 liters per capita per day, and the city has a population of 20,000. During a rain event, the rainfall intensity is $ 50~mm/hour $, and the runoff coefficient is 0.8.
(i) Calculate the average sewage flow in $ m^{3}/s $.
(ii) Calculate the stormwater generated from the rain event in $ m^{3}/s $.
(iii) Determine the total design flow (combined sewage and stormwater).

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Discuss the key components and challenges of solid waste management systems. Include aspects like generation, collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal, and analyze the importance of sustainable practices in managing solid waste effectively.

Q5.2

A city has a population of 250,000 residents. The average waste generation rate is 1.2 kg per person per day.
(i) Calculate the total waste generated by the city in a year (in MT).
(ii) If the city aims to recycle 30% of its waste, how much waste (in MT) will be recycled annually? Determine the amount of waste sent to landfills annually (in MT).

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Examine the concept of the circular economy in relation to solid waste management. How can this model reduce waste generation and promote resource recovery? Provide examples of successful circular economy initiatives.

Q6.2

A municipality incurs various costs associated with solid waste management. The following costs are estimated for a year: Collection costs: ₹500,000; Transportation costs: ₹300,000; Treatment and disposal costs: ₹400,000.
1. Calculate the total annual cost of solid waste management.
2. If the municipality serves 200,000 residents, determine the cost per capita for solid waste management.
3. If the total waste generated is 100,000 metric tons, calculate the cost per metric ton for managing solid waste.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

Compare and contrast aerobic and anaerobic treatment systems used in wastewater management. Discuss their operational principles, advantages and disadvantages, and specific applications. Provide examples of each system and analyze their roles in sustainable wastewater management.

Q7.2

An anaerobic digester processes organic waste with the following characteristics: the digester has a volume of $ 500~m^{3} $ and processes waste with a total solids (TS) concentration of 6% by weight. The digester operates at a hydraulic retention time (HRT) of 20 days.
1. Calculate the total mass of organic waste (in kg) processed in the digester at any given time.
2. If the anaerobic digestion process achieves a volatile solids (VS) reduction of 60%, calculate the mass of volatile solids reduced (in kg).
3. Determine the total biogas produced if 0.4 $ m^{3} $ of biogas is produced per kg of volatile solids reduced.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Analyze the environmental impacts of landfills and discuss the strategies that can be employed to mitigate these impacts.

Q8.2

A landfill has a total capacity of 500,000 cubic meters. The compacted waste is approximately 0.8 metric tons per cubic meter.
(i) Calculate the total weight capacity of the landfill in metric tons.
(ii) If the landfill receives an average of 120 tons of waste per day, determine how long the landfill will last (in days) before reaching capacity.
(iii) Convert the lifespan of the landfill into years.

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

Compare between Bangalore method and the Indore method of composting. Discuss their principles, operational procedures, advantages, and disadvantages. Which method would you prefer if you were the environmental officer in charge? Also mention the reason for your selection.

Q9.2

Write short notes on any two of the following:

a)

National River cleaning plans

b)

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

c)

Difference between suspended and attached growth systems

d)

Integrated solid waste management


2023 101605

B.Tech. 6th Semester Examination, 2023

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose/Write the correct answer of the following (Any seven question only):

Q1.1

Imhoff cone is used to determine

a)

settleable solids

b)

suspended solids

c)

dissolved solids

d)

None of these

Q1.2

The main objective of secondary treatment of wastewater is

a)

COD removal

b)

BOD removal

c)

nutrient removal

d)

All of the above

Q1.3

The ratio of maximum daily sewage flow to the average daily sewage flow for sewer mains of 0.5 to 1 m diameter, is generally taken as

a)

1.5

b)

2.0

c)

3.0

d)

None of these

Q1.4

The percentage of activated sludge mixed with the wastewater in activated sludge process of wastewater treatment ranges between

a)

10 to 20

b)

20 to 40

c)

40 to 60

d)

None of these

Q1.5

The bacteria which require free oxygen for their survival are called

a)

aerobic bacteria

b)

anaerobic bacteria

c)

facultative bacteria

d)

None of these

Q1.6

The most serious environmental effect posed by hazardous waste is

a)

air pollution

b)

contamination of ground water

c)

increased used of land for landfills

d)

None of these

Q1.7

The most suitable section of a sewer in a separate sewerage system is:

a)

rectangular

b)

circular

c)

new egg shape

d)

parabolic

Q1.8

The gas which is generally found present in sewers is:

a)

H2SH_{2}S

b)

CO2CO_{2}

c)

CH4CH_{4}

d)

all of these

Q1.9

One of the most effective forms of hazardous waste disposal may be

a)

land fills

b)

deep well injection

c)

Incineration

d)

Surface impoundments

Q1.10

Which one of the following solid waste disposal methods is ecologically most acceptable?

a)

Sanitary landfill

b)

Incineration

c)

Pyrolysis

d)

Composting

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Explain various forces acting on sewer when laid below ground level and running full along with mathematical expressions.

Q2.2

A raw wastewater with the following characteristics is being treated in an activated sludge plant. Given that: $ BOD_{5} $ of raw wastewater = $ 220~gm/l $; effluent $ BOD_{5} $ desired = $ 20~mg/l $; inflow rate to aeration tank = $ 100~m^{3}/d $; mixed liquor volatile suspended solid concentration = $ 2000~mg/l $; volume of aeration tank = $ 500~m^{3} $; water depth in aeration tank = 2.5 m. Determine the:
(i) food to microorganisms (F/M) ratio,
(ii) space loading on aeration tank,
(iii) hydraulic loading on aeration tank and
(iv) detention period in aeration tank.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Explain the various types of solid wastes in detail.

Q3.2

Discuss the types of composition of municipal solid wastes.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

Compare between separate and combined systems of sewerage. Enumerate the advantages of egg-shaped sewer over circular sewer. Explain the rational formula for estimation of storm run-off along with assumptions. Determine the size of a circular sewer for a discharge of $ 2.25~m^{3}/sec $ and the sewer is to be laid at a gradient of 1 in 7500. Manning's rugosity coefficient = 0.015.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Explain the difference between compaction and size reduction and their importances in solid waste management.

Q5.2

Explain the types, mode of action and applications of equipments used for size reduction and component separation in detail.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

List the various materials which can be recovered from the municipal solid waste generated from a typical Indian city.

Q6.2

Describe in brief the various methods employed for the disposal of municipal solid waste.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

Explain the importance of the following in the design of sewers: (i) Self cleansing velocity and (ii) Non scouring velocity.

Q7.2

A 2 m deep trickling filter with a diameter of 18 m is operated with a recirculation ratio of 1.5. The raw wastewater flow rate is 2.5 ML/d and the 5-day BOD of the raw wastewater is $ 210~mg/L $. Assuming that the primary tank BOD removal efficiency is 30%, compute the hydraulic as well as organic load on the trickling filter.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

What do you understand by sludge volume index? Discuss in brief.

Q8.2

Design an oxidation pond using the following data: Population = 5000, Sewage generation = $ 120~L/c/d $, $ BOD_{5} $ of sewage = $ 300~mg/l $, Organic loading = $ 300~kg/ha/d $.

Q.9 Write short notes on any four of the following:

Q9.1
a)

National river cleaning plans

b)

Roles of Govt. authorities in water supply

c)

Biomedical waste

d)

Recycling of Sewage

e)

3R

f)

Roles of Govt authorities in control of environmental pollutions


2023 V2 101605

B.Tech. 6th Semester Examination, 2023

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose/Write the correct answer of the following (Any seven question only):

Q1.1

Imhoff cone is used to determine

a)

settleable solids

b)

suspended solids

c)

dissolved solids

d)

None of these

Q1.2

The main objective of secondary treatment of wastewater is

a)

COD removal

b)

BOD removal

c)

nutrient removal

d)

All of the above

Q1.3

The ratio of maximum daily sewage flow to the average daily sewage flow for sewer mains of 0.5 to 1 m diameter, is generally taken as

a)

1.5

b)

2.0

c)

3.0

d)

None of these

Q1.4

The percentage of activated sludge mixed with the wastewater in activated sludge process of wastewater treatment ranges between

a)

10 to 20

b)

20 to 40

c)

40 to 60

d)

None of these

Q1.5

The bacteria which require free oxygen for their survival are called

a)

aerobic bacteria

b)

anaerobic bacteria

c)

facultative bacteria

d)

None of these

Q1.6

The most serious environmental effect posed by hazardous waste is

a)

air pollution

b)

contamination of ground water

c)

increased used of land for landfills

d)

None of these

Q1.7

The most suitable section of a sewer in a separate sewerage system is:

a)

rectangular

b)

circular

c)

new egg shape

d)

parabolic

Q1.8

The gas which is generally found present in sewers is:

a)

H2SH_{2}S

b)

CO2CO_{2}

c)

CH4CH_{4}

d)

all of these

Q1.9

One of the most effective forms of hazardous waste disposal may be

a)

land fills

b)

deep well injection

c)

Incineration

d)

Surface impoundments

Q1.10

Which one of the following solid waste disposal methods is ecologically most acceptable?

a)

Sanitary landfill

b)

Incineration

c)

Pyrolysis

d)

Composting

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Explain various forces acting on sewer when laid below ground level and running full along with mathematical expressions.

Q2.2

A raw wastewater with the following characteristics is being treated in an activated sludge plant. Given that: BOD5BOD_{5} of raw wastewater = 220~gm/l $; effluent BOD_{5} $ desired = 20~mg/l $; inflow rate to aeration tank = 100m^{3}/d $; mixed liquor volatile suspended solid concentration = $ 2000mg/l ;volumeofaerationtank=; volume of aeration tank = 500~m^{3} $; water depth in aeration tank = 2.5 m. Determine the:
(i) food to microorganisms (F/M) ratio,
(ii) space loading on aeration tank,
(iii) hydraulic loading on aeration tank and
(iv) detention period in aeration tank.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Explain the various types of solid wastes in detail.

Q3.2

Discuss the types of composition of municipal solid wastes.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

Compare between separate and combined systems of sewerage. Enumerate the advantages of egg-shaped sewer over circular sewer. Explain the rational formula for estimation of storm run-off along with assumptions. Determine the size of a circular sewer for a discharge of 2.25 m3/sec2.25~m^{3}/sec and the sewer is to be laid at a gradient of 1 in 7500. Manning's rugosity coefficient = 0.015.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Explain the difference between compaction and size reduction and their importances in solid waste management.

Q5.2

Explain the types, mode of action and applications of equipments used for size reduction and component separation in detail.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

List the various materials which can be recovered from the municipal solid waste generated from a typical Indian city.

Q6.2

Describe in brief the various methods employed for the disposal of municipal solid waste.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

Explain the importance of the following in the design of sewers: (i) Self cleansing velocity and (ii) Non scouring velocity.

Q7.2

A 2 m deep trickling filter with a diameter of 18 m is operated with a recirculation ratio of 1.5. The raw wastewater flow rate is 2.5 ML/d and the 5-day BOD of the raw wastewater is $ 210~mg/L $. Assuming that the primary tank BOD removal efficiency is 30%, compute the hydraulic as well as organic load on the trickling filter.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

What do you understand by sludge volume index? Discuss in brief.

Q8.2

Design an oxidation pond using the following data: Population = 5000, Sewage generation = $ 120L/c/d ,, BOD_{5} ofsewage=of sewage = 300mg/l ,Organicloading=, Organic loading = 300~kg/ha/d $.

Q.9 Write short notes on any four of the following:

Q9.1
  • National river cleaning plans
  • Roles of Govt. authorities in water supply
  • Biomedical waste
  • Recycling of Sewage
  • 3R
  • Roles of Govt authorities in control of environmental pollutions
a)

National river cleaning plans

b)

Roles of Govt. authorities in water supply

c)

Biomedical waste

d)

Recycling of Sewage

e)

3R

f)

Roles of Govt authorities in control of environmental pollutions


2022 101605

B.Tech 6th Semester Examination, 2022 (New Course)

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.
  • Assume any missing data suitably.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer (any seven):

Q1.1

The ratio of maximum hourly flow to the average daily flow of wastewater for mains up to 1 m diameter is

a)

3

b)

1/3

c)

2

d)

1/2

Q1.2

The value of the coefficient of runoff for perfectly impervious surface tends to

a)

zero

b)

0.5

c)

1.0

d)

infinity

Q1.3

The gradient required to generate self-cleansing velocity in a circular sewer of 150 mm diameter, is of the order of

a)

1 in 50

b)

1 in 100

c)

1 in 200

d)

1 in 500

Q1.4

The most suitable section of a sewer in a combined sewerage system is

a)

circular

b)

rectangular

c)

trapezoidal

d)

new egg-shape

Q1.5

The primary objective of secondary treatment of wastewater is to remove

a)

inorganic matters

b)

refractory organic matters

c)

carbonaceous organic matters

d)

sand, slit and floating substances

Q1.6

Leachate is a dark-coloured liquid generated from

a)

activated sludge plants

b)

septic tanks

c)

compost plants

d)

sanitary landfills

Q1.7

The method generally not adopted for safe disposal of biomedical wastes is

a)

hydroclaving

b)

incineration

c)

landfilling

d)

shredding after disinfection

Q1.8

In treatment of sewage, trickling filters falls under the category of

a)

suspended growth process

b)

attached growth process

c)

anoxic process

d)

Both (i) and (ii)

Q1.9

The gas generated from an anaerobic sludge digester is

a)

methane only

b)

carbon dioxide only

c)

70% methane and 30% carbon dioxide

d)

30% methane and 70% carbon dioxide

Q1.10

A manhole is called deep manhole, if its depth is more than

a)

0.9 m

b)

1.2 m

c)

1.5 m

d)

2.0 m

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Compare between combined separate and partially separate systems of sewerage.

Q2.2

A population of 50000 is residing in a town having an area of 100 hectares. If the average coefficient of runoff for this area is 0.65, and the time of concentration of design rain is 30 minutes, calculate the discharge for which the sewers of a proposed combined system be designed for the town. Assume that the rate of sanitary sewage production as 120 lpcd. Make any other suitable assumptions, if required.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

A rectangular sewer with its width 2 times its depth is hydraulically equivalent to a circular sewer of diameter D. Find the relationship between the width of rectangular sewer and the diameter of circular sewer. Assume that the roof of rectangular sewer as a part of wetted surface.

Q3.2

Write the importance of BOD/COD ratio. If 5 days $ 25^{\circ}C $ BOD of sewage sample is $ 180~mg/L $ calculate its 5 days $ 20^{\circ}C $ BOD. Assume the deoxygenation constant at $ 20^{\circ}C $, $ K_{20} $ as $ 0.23~d^{-1} $ at base e. Deoxygenation constant varies with temperature $ K_{T} = K_{20}(1.05)^{T-20} $, where T is temperature in °C.

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Enumerate the National River Cleaning plans in brief. Classify various types of trickling filters.

Q4.2

A single-stage trickling filter is to treat a flow of 5 MLD of raw sewage with influent BOD of $ 200~mg/L $. It is to be designed for a loading of 12000 kg of BOD in raw sewage per hectare-metre, and the recirculation ratio is to be 2:1. What will the strength of the effluent, according to the recommendations of the National Research Council of USA?

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Give a detailed comparison between aerobic and anaerobic treatments.

Q5.2

What do you understand by solid waste management? Explain the various processes and operations involved in solid waste management with neat flowchart. Enumerate the various techniques of component separation in municipal solid waste.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Discuss the factors that must be considered in the design of solid waste transfer station. Explain the mechanical volume reduction methods for municipal solid wastes.

Q6.2

Explain the area method of landfilling technique stating its merits and demerits. Define leachate and list out the factors that affect the composition of leachate.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

Determine the landfill area required for municipality with a population of 50000. Given that solid waste generation rate = 360 g/person/day, compacted density of landfill = $ 504~kg/m^{3} $, average depth of compacted solid waste = 3 m.

Q7.2

Describe and explain the importance of recycle and reuse of solid waste. Enumerate the effects of solid wastes dumping on air, soil and underground water.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Explain the categories of biomedical wastes and methods of their disposal.

Q8.2

List the advantages and disadvantages of open dumping and ocean disposal of solid wastes.

Q.9 Write short notes on any four of the following:

Q9.1
a)

Integrated solid waste management

b)

Mechanisms of substrate conversion in aerobic treatment process

c)

Types of hazardous wastes and their methods of disposal

d)

Role of the Government authorities in sewage disposal

e)

Management of solid wastes from construction activities

f)

Color-coding of biomedical waste


2022 V2 101605

B.Tech 6th Semester Examination, 2022 (New Course)

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.
  • Assume any missing data suitably.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer (any seven):

Q1.1

The ratio of maximum hourly flow to the average daily flow of wastewater for mains up to 1 m diameter is

a)

3

b)

1/3

c)

2

d)

1/2

Q1.2

The value of the coefficient of runoff for perfectly impervious surface tends to

a)

zero

b)

0.5

c)

1.0

d)

infinity

Q1.3

The gradient required to generate self-cleansing velocity in a circular sewer of 150 mm diameter, is of the order of

a)

1 in 50

b)

1 in 100

c)

1 in 200

d)

1 in 500

Q1.4

The most suitable section of a sewer in a combined sewerage system is

a)

circular

b)

rectangular

c)

trapezoidal

d)

new egg-shape

Q1.5

The primary objective of secondary treatment of wastewater is to remove

a)

inorganic matters

b)

refractory organic matters

c)

carbonaceous organic matters

d)

sand, slit and floating substances

Q1.6

Leachate is a dark-coloured liquid generated from

a)

activated sludge plants

b)

septic tanks

c)

compost plants

d)

sanitary landfills

Q1.7

The method generally not adopted for safe disposal of biomedical wastes is

a)

hydroclaving

b)

incineration

c)

landfilling

d)

shredding after disinfection

Q1.8

In treatment of sewage, trickling filters falls under the category of

a)

suspended growth process

b)

attached growth process

c)

anoxic process

d)

Both (i) and (ii)

Q1.9

The gas generated from an anaerobic sludge digester is

a)

methane only

b)

carbon dioxide only

c)

70% methane and 30% carbon dioxide

d)

30% methane and 70% carbon dioxide

Q1.10

A manhole is called deep manhole, if its depth is more than

a)

0.9 m

b)

1.2 m

c)

1.5 m

d)

2.0 m

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Compare between combined separate and partially separate systems of sewerage.

Q2.2

A population of 50000 is residing in a town having an area of 100 hectares. If the average coefficient of runoff for this area is 0.65, and the time of concentration of design rain is 30 minutes, calculate the discharge for which the sewers of a proposed combined system be designed for the town. Assume that the rate of sanitary sewage production as 120 lpcd. Make any other suitable assumptions, if required.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

A rectangular sewer with its width 2 times its depth is hydraulically equivalent to a circular sewer of diameter D. Find the relationship between the width of rectangular sewer and the diameter of circular sewer. Assume that the roof of rectangular sewer as a part of wetted surface.

Q3.2

Write the importance of BOD/COD ratio. If 5 days 25C25^{\circ}C BOD of sewage sample is $ 180mg/L calculateits5dayscalculate its 5 days 20^{\circ}C $ BOD. Assume the deoxygenation constant at $ 20^{\circ}C ,, K_{20} asas 0.23d^{-1} $ at base e. Deoxygenation constant varies with temperature KT=K20(1.05)T20K_{T} = K_{20}(1.05)^{T-20}, where T is temperature in °C.

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Enumerate the National River Cleaning plans in brief. Classify various types of trickling filters.

Q4.2

A single-stage trickling filter is to treat a flow of 5 MLD of raw sewage with influent BOD of $ 200~mg/L $. It is to be designed for a loading of 12000 kg of BOD in raw sewage per hectare-metre, and the recirculation ratio is to be 2:1. What will the strength of the effluent, according to the recommendations of the National Research Council of USA?

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Give a detailed comparison between aerobic and anaerobic treatments.

Q5.2

What do you understand by solid waste management? Explain the various processes and operations involved in solid waste management with neat flowchart. Enumerate the various techniques of component separation in municipal solid waste.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Discuss the factors that must be considered in the design of solid waste transfer station. Explain the mechanical volume reduction methods for municipal solid wastes.

Q6.2

Explain the area method of landfilling technique stating its merits and demerits. Define leachate and list out the factors that affect the composition of leachate.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

Determine the landfill area required for municipality with a population of 50000. Given that solid waste generation rate = 360 g/person/day, compacted density of landfill = 504 kg/m3504~kg/m^{3}, average depth of compacted solid waste = 3 m.

Q7.2

Describe and explain the importance of recycle and reuse of solid waste. Enumerate the effects of solid wastes dumping on air, soil and underground water.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Explain the categories of biomedical wastes and methods of their disposal.

Q8.2

List the advantages and disadvantages of open dumping and ocean disposal of solid wastes.

Q.9 Write short notes on any four of the following:

Q9.1
  • Integrated solid waste management
  • Mechanisms of substrate conversion in aerobic treatment process
  • Types of hazardous wastes and their methods of disposal
  • Role of the Government authorities in sewage disposal
  • Management of solid wastes from construction activities
  • Color-coding of biomedical waste
a)

Integrated solid waste management

b)

Mechanisms of substrate conversion in aerobic treatment process

c)

Types of hazardous wastes and their methods of disposal

d)

Role of the Government authorities in sewage disposal

e)

Management of solid wastes from construction activities

f)

Color-coding of biomedical waste


2019 011723

B.Tech 7th Semester Examination, 2019

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct option (any seven):

Q1.1

Imhoff cone is used to determine

a)

settleable solids

b)

suspended solids

c)

dissolved solids

d)

None of the above

Q1.2

The main objective of secondary treatment of wastewater is

a)

COD removal

b)

BOD removal

c)

nutrient removal

d)

All of the above

Q1.3

The wastewater treatment process which does not require primary sedimentation is

a)

upflow anaerobic sludge blanket

b)

activated sludge process

c)

trickling filter

d)

None of the above

Q1.4

Effective method for the removal of suspended solids is

a)

sedimentation

b)

sand filtration

c)

microfiltration

d)

All of the above

Q1.5

The bacteria which require free oxygen for their survival, are called

a)

aerobic bacteria

b)

anaerobic bacteria

c)

facultative bacteria

d)

None of the above

Q1.6

An example of fixed film reactor is

a)

activated sludge process

b)

UASB clarifier

c)

rotating biological contactor

d)

None of the above

Q1.7

Grit removal tank is generally placed

a)

before screen

b)

before primary sedimentation tank

c)

after primary sedimentation tank

d)

it depends on the characteristics of wastewater

Q1.8

Recirculation of treated wastewater is generally required in case of

a)

high-rate trickling filter

b)

sequential batch reactor

c)

nitrification process

d)

completely mixed activated sludge process

Q1.9

The ultimate BOD of a given sample of wastewater depends on

a)

temperature

b)

mixing speed

c)

quantity of biodegradable organic matter

d)

All of the above

Q1.10

Septic tank is also known as

a)

primary sedimentation tank

b)

secondary treatment process

c)

double-storey tank

d)

All of the above

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Describe in brief the advantages of modern water carried sewerage system over old conservancy system of sanitation.

Q2.2

The drainage area of a sector of Patna city is 12 hectares. The classification of the surface of this area is as follows: (Hard pavement: 20%, Coefficient 0.85), (Roof surface: 20%, Coefficient 0.8), (Unpaved street: 15%, Coefficient 0.2), (Garden and lawn: 30%, Coefficient 0.2), (Wooded area: 15%, Coefficient 0.15). If the time of concentration for the area is 30 minutes, find the maximum runoff employing $ R=900/(t+60) $, where t is time of concentration.

Question Diagram

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Calculate the diameter and discharge of a circular sewer laid at a slope of 1 in 400 when it is running half full, and with a velocity of $ 1.9~m/s $ (use n in Manning's formula = 0.012).

Q3.2

What are the advantages and disadvantages using circular sewer section? Describe in brief.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

A municipal waste having a $ BOD_{5} $ of $ 200~mg/L $ is to be treated by two-stage trickling filter. The desired quality is $ 25~mg/L $ of $ BOD_{5} $. If both the filter depths are 1.83 m and recirculation ratio is 2:1, find the required diameters, if the removal efficiency of both is equal (i.e. $ E_{1}=E_{2} $). Assume: $ Q=7.57~ML/d $, wastewater temperature = $ 20^{\circ}C $, BOD removal efficiency of PST = 35%.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

The wastewater flow rate and $ BOD_{5} $ to the secondary treatment system is 1 MGD and $ 300~mg/L $ respectively. The hydraulic retention time of the aeration tank is 6 hours and MLSS is $ 2500~mg/L $. Calculate: (i) BOD loading; (ii) volume of the aeration tank; (iii) volumetric BOD loading; (iv) F/M ratio. (1 gallon = 3.79 litres).

Q5.2

What do you understand by sewage sickness? Discuss in brief.

Q.6 Solve this question :

Q6.1

A stream, saturated with DO, has a flow of $ 1.2~m^{3}/s $, BOD of $ 4~mg/l $ and rate constant of 0.3 per day. It receives an effluent discharge of 0.25 $ m^{3}/s $, having BOD $ 20~mg/l $, DO $ 5~mg/l $ and rate constant 0.13 per day. The average velocity of flow of mix stream is $ 0.18~m/s $. Calculate the DO deficit at point 20 km and 40 km downstream. Assume that the temperature is $ 20^{\circ}C $ throughout and BOD is measured at 5 days. Take saturation of DO at $ 20^{\circ}C $ as $ 9.17~mg/l $.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

A wastewater treatment plant consists of primary treatment units followed by an activated-sludge secondary system. The primary and secondary sludges are mixed, thickened and send to further treatment. The wastewater flow is 19000 $ m^{3}/d $, Influent Suspended Solids (SS) = $ 200~mg/L $, Influent BOD = $ 225~mg/L $, Effluent BOD = $ 20~mg/L $. Primary clarifier diameter = 25 m. Aeration tank volume = $ 2900~m^{3} $, MLSS in aerator = $ 3500~mg/L $. Primary Sludge = 5.0% solids, Secondary = 0.75% solids, Thickened = 4.0% solids. Determine the solids loading (kg/d) to the sludge disposal facilities and the percent volume reduction by the thickener. (Assume efficiency of clarifier for SS removal = 58% and BOD removal = 32%, biomass conversion factor Y = 0.35).

Question Diagram

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Describe in brief the common variations in activated sludge processes.

Q8.2

Define the term 'sludge bulking'. What are the factors and disadvantages assist on the development of sludge bulking? What are the remedial measures to adopt for controlling the bulking of sludge?

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

Describe in brief about the various pollution zones in a polluted river-stream.

Q9.2

Calculate 1 day $ 37^{\circ}C $ BOD of a sewage sample whose 5 days $ 20^{\circ}C $ BOD is $ 100~mg/L $. Assume $ K_{D} $ at $ 20^{\circ}C $ as 0.1.


2019 V4 011723

B.Tech 7th Semester Examination, 2019

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct option (any seven):

Q1.1

Imhoff cone is used to determine

a)

settleable solids

b)

suspended solids

c)

dissolved solids

d)

None of the above

Q1.2

The main objective of secondary treatment of wastewater is

a)

COD removal

b)

BOD removal

c)

nutrient removal

d)

All of the above

Q1.3

The wastewater treatment process which does not require primary sedimentation is

a)

upflow anaerobic sludge blanket

b)

activated sludge process

c)

trickling filter

d)

None of the above

Q1.4

Effective method for the removal of suspended solids is

a)

sedimentation

b)

sand filtration

c)

microfiltration

d)

All of the above

Q1.5

The bacteria which require free oxygen for their survival, are called

a)

aerobic bacteria

b)

anaerobic bacteria

c)

facultative bacteria

d)

None of the above

Q1.6

An example of fixed film reactor is

a)

activated sludge process

b)

UASB clarifier

c)

rotating biological contactor

d)

None of the above

Q1.7

Grit removal tank is generally placed

a)

before screen

b)

before primary sedimentation tank

c)

after primary sedimentation tank

d)

it depends on the characteristics of wastewater

Q1.8

Recirculation of treated wastewater is generally required in case of

a)

high-rate trickling filter

b)

sequential batch reactor

c)

nitrification process

d)

completely mixed activated sludge process

Q1.9

The ultimate BOD of a given sample of wastewater depends on

a)

temperature

b)

mixing speed

c)

quantity of biodegradable organic matter

d)

All of the above

Q1.10

Septic tank is also known as

a)

primary sedimentation tank

b)

secondary treatment process

c)

double-storey tank

d)

All of the above

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Describe in brief the advantages of modern water carried sewerage system over old conservancy system of sanitation.

Q2.2

The drainage area of a sector of Patna city is 12 hectares. The classification of the surface of this area is as follows: (Hard pavement: 20%, Coefficient 0.85), (Roof surface: 20%, Coefficient 0.8), (Unpaved street: 15%, Coefficient 0.2), (Garden and lawn: 30%, Coefficient 0.2), (Wooded area: 15%, Coefficient 0.15). If the time of concentration for the area is 30 minutes, find the maximum runoff employing $ R=900/(t+60) $, where t is time of concentration.

Question Diagram

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Calculate the diameter and discharge of a circular sewer laid at a slope of 1 in 400 when it is running half full, and with a velocity of $ 1.9~m/s $ (use n in Manning's formula = 0.012).

Q3.2

What are the advantages and disadvantages using circular sewer section? Describe in brief.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

A municipal waste having a $ BOD_{5} $ of $ 200~mg/L $ is to be treated by two-stage trickling filter. The desired quality is $ 25~mg/L $ of $ BOD_{5} $. If both the filter depths are 1.83 m and recirculation ratio is 2:1, find the required diameters, if the removal efficiency of both is equal (i.e. $ E_{1}=E_{2} $). Assume: $ Q=7.57~ML/d $, wastewater temperature = $ 20^{\circ}C $, BOD removal efficiency of PST = 35%.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

The wastewater flow rate and $ BOD_{5} $ to the secondary treatment system is 1 MGD and $ 300~mg/L $ respectively. The hydraulic retention time of the aeration tank is 6 hours and MLSS is $ 2500~mg/L $. Calculate: (i) BOD loading; (ii) volume of the aeration tank; (iii) volumetric BOD loading; (iv) F/M ratio. (1 gallon = 3.79 litres).

Q5.2

What do you understand by sewage sickness? Discuss in brief.

Q.6 Solve this question :

Q6.1

A stream, saturated with DO, has a flow of $ 1.2~m^{3}/s $, BOD of $ 4~mg/l $ and rate constant of 0.3 per day. It receives an effluent discharge of 0.25 $ m^{3}/s $, having BOD $ 20~mg/l $, DO $ 5~mg/l $ and rate constant 0.13 per day. The average velocity of flow of mix stream is $ 0.18~m/s $. Calculate the DO deficit at point 20 km and 40 km downstream. Assume that the temperature is $ 20^{\circ}C $ throughout and BOD is measured at 5 days. Take saturation of DO at $ 20^{\circ}C $ as $ 9.17~mg/l $.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

A wastewater treatment plant consists of primary treatment units followed by an activated-sludge secondary system. The primary and secondary sludges are mixed, thickened and send to further treatment. The wastewater flow is 19000 $ m^{3}/d $, Influent Suspended Solids (SS) = $ 200~mg/L $, Influent BOD = $ 225~mg/L $, Effluent BOD = $ 20~mg/L $. Primary clarifier diameter = 25 m. Aeration tank volume = $ 2900~m^{3} $, MLSS in aerator = $ 3500~mg/L $. Primary Sludge = 5.0% solids, Secondary = 0.75% solids, Thickened = 4.0% solids. Determine the solids loading (kg/d) to the sludge disposal facilities and the percent volume reduction by the thickener. (Assume efficiency of clarifier for SS removal = 58% and BOD removal = 32%, biomass conversion factor Y = 0.35).

Question Diagram

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Describe in brief the common variations in activated sludge processes.

Q8.2

Define the term 'sludge bulking'. What are the factors and disadvantages assist on the development of sludge bulking? What are the remedial measures to adopt for controlling the bulking of sludge?

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

Describe in brief about the various pollution zones in a polluted river-stream.

Q9.2

Calculate 1 day $ 37^{\circ}C $ BOD of a sewage sample whose 5 days $ 20^{\circ}C $ BOD is $ 100~mg/L $. Assume $ K_{D} $ at $ 20^{\circ}C $ as 0.1.


2018 011723

B.Tech 7th Semester Exam., 2018

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct option of the following (any seven):

Q1.1

The hydraulic mean depth in a circular sewer of diameter D is

a)

D2\frac{D}{2}

b)

D4\frac{D}{4}

c)

D8\frac{D}{8}

d)

πD4\frac{\pi D}{4}

Q1.2

The dry weather flow is taken as

a)

25-30% of quantity of water supplied daily

b)

45-50% of quantity of water supplied daily

c)

75-80% of quantity of water supplied daily

d)

None of the above

Q1.3

The ratio of maximum daily sewage flow to the average daily sewage flow for sewer mains of 0.5 to 1 m diameter, is generally taken as

a)

1.5

b)

2.0

c)

3.0

d)

None of the above

Q1.4

The percentage of activated sludge mixed with the waste water in activated sludge process of wastewater treatment ranges between

a)

10 to 20

b)

20 to 40

c)

40 to 60

d)

None of the above

Q1.5

Bacteria which brings about the digestion of cow dung slurry in gobar gas plant are

a)

anaerobic bacteria

b)

aerobic bacteria

c)

facultative bacteria

d)

None of the above

Q1.6

A high value of COD/BOD ratio indicates

a)

poor biodegradability

b)

good biodegradability

c)

non-biodegradability

d)

All of the above

Q1.7

A high rate biological wastewater treatment system should have the solid retention time (SRT) and hydraulic retention time (HRT) as

a)

low SRT and high HRT

b)

high SRT and low HRT

c)

high SRT and high HRT

d)

low SRT and low HRT

Q1.8

For good settling of sludge in settling tanks, the sludge volume index should preferably be

a)

less than 100 ml/gm100~ml/gm

b)

between 150 ml/gm200 ml/gm150~ml/gm - 200~ml/gm

c)

between 200 ml/gm300 ml/gm200~ml/gm - 300~ml/gm

d)

more than 300 ml/gm300~ml/gm

Q1.9

Which one of the following solid waste disposal methods is ecologically most acceptable?

a)

Sanitary landfill

b)

Incineration

c)

Pyrolysis

d)

Composting

Q1.10

If D is the diameter of upper circular portion, the overall depth of standard egg-shaped sewer is kept as

a)

equal to D

b)

1.25 times D

c)

1.5 times D

d)

2.0 times D

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Explain various forces acting on sewer when laid below ground level and running full along with mathematical expressions.

Q2.2

A raw wastewater with the following characteristics is being treated in an activated sludge plant. Given that: $ BOD_{5} $ of raw wastewater = $ 220~gm/l $; effluent $ BOD_{5} $ desired = $ 20~mg/l $; inflow rate to aeration tank = $ 100~m^{3}/d $; mixed liquor volatile suspended solid concentration = 2000 mg/l; volume of aeration tank = $ 500~m^{3} $; water depth in aeration tank = 2.5 m. Determine the (i) food to microorganisms (F/M) ratio, (ii) space loading on aeration tank, (iii) hydraulic loading on aeration tank and (iv) detention period in aeration tank.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Write down the important characteristics of E-coliform group of bacteria. Explain the different phases of microorganism's growth in a substrate limited growth medium.

Q3.2

Calculate the head loss through a clean bar rack inclined at $ 70^{\circ} $ with horizontal, using the following data: Total width of bar = 1.0 m; total clear spacing = 3.0 m; dimension of screen chamber = $ 9~m \times 4~m $; velocity of flow through rack = $ 0.9~m/sec $ and bar shape factor = 2.42.

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Discuss the standards set for discharge of treated wastewater into water bodies and on to land. What should be the desirable dilution factor if the untreated waste water is discharged into river fully saturated with dissolved oxygen?

Q4.2

The observations made on a 2% dilution of wastewater sample are as follows: Dissolved oxygen of aerated water used for dilution = $ 4.0~mg/l $; dissolved oxygen of original wastewater sample = $ 0.4~mg/l $; dissolved oxygen of diluted wastewater sample after 5 days incubation at $ 20^{\circ}C $ = $ 0.8~mg/l $. Calculate the 5-day BOD and the ultimate BOD of waste water sample. Given that the de-oxygenation constant at $ 20^{\circ}C $ = $ 0.12~d^{-1} $ (base 10).

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

What is activated sludge? Give the causes and control measures for various problems encountered in activated sludge process of wastewater treatment.

Q5.2

Explain the symbiotic relationships between algae and bacteria in waste stabilization ponds. Design an oxidation pond for treating domestic sewage of 10000 persons supplied water @ 200 lpcd. The $ BOD_{5} $ of raw wastewater and suspended solids concentration are 180 mg/l and 300 mg/l respectively. Effluent BOD desired = 30 mg/l. Assume other required data as per design criteria.

Q.6 Solve this question :

Q6.1

Explain the principle of oxidation of organic mater in Trickling filter. Using NRC equation, design the diameter of a single-stage trickling filter treating 10000 $ m^{3}/d $ wastewater at $ 20^{\circ}C $. Use the given data: $ BOD_{5} $ of raw wastewater = $ 200~mg/l $; effluent $ BOD_{5} $ desired = $ 20~mg/l $; depth of filter = 1.8 m, recirculation factor = 1, BOD removal in primary sedimentation tank is 20%.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

Compare between separate and combined systems of sewerage. Enumerate the advantages of egg-shaped sewer over circular sewers. Explain the rational formula for estimation of storm run-off along with assumptions. Determine the size of a circular sewer for a discharge of $ 2.25~m^{3}/sec $ and the sewer is to be laid at a gradient of 1 in 7500. Manning's rugosity coefficient = 0.015.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Classify the municipal solid wastes generated from a society. Enumerate various properties of solid wastes. Describe the procedure for determination of any one of these properties.

Q8.2

What is digested sludge? Discuss the working along with merits and demerits of an anaerobic high-rate digester with neat sketch.

Q.9 Write short notes on any four of the following:

Q9.1
a)

Flow sheet for conventional wastewater treatment system along with functions of each unit.

b)

Comparison between high-rate and hybrid anaerobic reactors.

c)

Various modifications in activated sludge process with neat sketch.

d)

Design procedure for a rotating biological contactor (RBC).

e)

Design procedure for a septic tank with neat plan and section.


2018 V2 011723

B.Tech 7th Semester Exam., 2018

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct option of the following (any seven):

Q1.1

The hydraulic mean depth in a circular sewer of diameter D is

a)

D2\frac{D}{2}

b)

D4\frac{D}{4}

c)

D8\frac{D}{8}

d)

πD4\frac{\pi D}{4}

Q1.2

The dry weather flow is taken as

a)

25-30% of quantity of water supplied daily

b)

45-50% of quantity of water supplied daily

c)

75-80% of quantity of water supplied daily

d)

None of the above

Q1.3

The ratio of maximum daily sewage flow to the average daily sewage flow for sewer mains of 0.5 to 1 m diameter, is generally taken as

a)

1.5

b)

2.0

c)

3.0

d)

None of the above

Q1.4

The percentage of activated sludge mixed with the waste water in activated sludge process of wastewater treatment ranges between

a)

10 to 20

b)

20 to 40

c)

40 to 60

d)

None of the above

Q1.5

Bacteria which brings about the digestion of cow dung slurry in gobar gas plant are

a)

anaerobic bacteria

b)

aerobic bacteria

c)

facultative bacteria

d)

None of the above

Q1.6

A high value of COD/BOD ratio indicates

a)

poor biodegradability

b)

good biodegradability

c)

non-biodegradability

d)

All of the above

Q1.7

A high rate biological wastewater treatment system should have the solid retention time (SRT) and hydraulic retention time (HRT) as

a)

low SRT and high HRT

b)

high SRT and low HRT

c)

high SRT and high HRT

d)

low SRT and low HRT

Q1.8

For good settling of sludge in settling tanks, the sludge volume index should preferably be

a)

less than 100 ml/gm100~ml/gm

b)

between 150 ml/gm200 ml/gm150~ml/gm - 200~ml/gm

c)

between 200 ml/gm300 ml/gm200~ml/gm - 300~ml/gm

d)

more than 300 ml/gm300~ml/gm

Q1.9

Which one of the following solid waste disposal methods is ecologically most acceptable?

a)

Sanitary landfill

b)

Incineration

c)

Pyrolysis

d)

Composting

Q1.10

If D is the diameter of upper circular portion, the overall depth of standard egg-shaped sewer is kept as

a)

equal to D

b)

1.25 times D

c)

1.5 times D

d)

2.0 times D

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Explain various forces acting on sewer when laid below ground level and running full along with mathematical expressions.

Q2.2

A raw wastewater with the following characteristics is being treated in an activated sludge plant. Given that: BOD5BOD_{5} of raw wastewater = 220~gm/l $; effluent BOD_{5} $ desired = 20~mg/l $; inflow rate to aeration tank = 100m^{3}/d $; mixed liquor volatile suspended solid concentration = 2000 mg/l; volume of aeration tank = $ 500m^{3} $; water depth in aeration tank = 2.5 m. Determine the (i) food to microorganisms (F/M) ratio, (ii) space loading on aeration tank, (iii) hydraulic loading on aeration tank and (iv) detention period in aeration tank.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Write down the important characteristics of E-coliform group of bacteria. Explain the different phases of microorganism's growth in a substrate limited growth medium.

Q3.2

Calculate the head loss through a clean bar rack inclined at 7070^{\circ} with horizontal, using the following data: Total width of bar = 1.0 m; total clear spacing = 3.0 m; dimension of screen chamber = 9~m \times 4~m $; velocity of flow through rack = 0.9~m/sec $ and bar shape factor = 2.42.

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Discuss the standards set for discharge of treated wastewater into water bodies and on to land. What should be the desirable dilution factor if the untreated waste water is discharged into river fully saturated with dissolved oxygen?

Q4.2

The observations made on a 2% dilution of wastewater sample are as follows: Dissolved oxygen of aerated water used for dilution = $ 4.0mg/l $; dissolved oxygen of original wastewater sample = $ 0.4mg/l ;dissolvedoxygenofdilutedwastewatersampleafter5daysincubationat; dissolved oxygen of diluted wastewater sample after 5 days incubation at 20^{\circ}C == 0.8mg/l $. Calculate the 5-day BOD and the ultimate BOD of waste water sample. Given that the de-oxygenation constant at 20C20^{\circ}C = $ 0.12d^{-1} $ (base 10).

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

What is activated sludge? Give the causes and control measures for various problems encountered in activated sludge process of wastewater treatment.

Q5.2

Explain the symbiotic relationships between algae and bacteria in waste stabilization ponds. Design an oxidation pond for treating domestic sewage of 10000 persons supplied water @ 200 lpcd. The $ BOD_{5} $ of raw wastewater and suspended solids concentration are 180 mg/l and 300 mg/l respectively. Effluent BOD desired = 30 mg/l. Assume other required data as per design criteria.

Q.6 Solve this question :

Q6.1

Explain the principle of oxidation of organic mater in Trickling filter. Using NRC equation, design the diameter of a single-stage trickling filter treating 10000 m3/dm^{3}/d wastewater at $ 20^{\circ}C .Usethegivendata:. Use the given data: BOD_{5} ofrawwastewater=of raw wastewater = 200mg/l $; effluent BOD5BOD_{5} desired = $ 20mg/l $; depth of filter = 1.8 m, recirculation factor = 1, BOD removal in primary sedimentation tank is 20%.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

Compare between separate and combined systems of sewerage. Enumerate the advantages of egg-shaped sewer over circular sewers. Explain the rational formula for estimation of storm run-off along with assumptions. Determine the size of a circular sewer for a discharge of 2.25 m3/sec2.25~m^{3}/sec and the sewer is to be laid at a gradient of 1 in 7500. Manning's rugosity coefficient = 0.015.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

Classify the municipal solid wastes generated from a society. Enumerate various properties of solid wastes. Describe the procedure for determination of any one of these properties.

Q8.2

What is digested sludge? Discuss the working along with merits and demerits of an anaerobic high-rate digester with neat sketch.

Q.9 Write short notes on any four of the following:

Q9.1
  • Flow sheet for conventional wastewater treatment system along with functions of each unit.
  • Comparison between high-rate and hybrid anaerobic reactors.
  • Various modifications in activated sludge process with neat sketch.
  • Design procedure for a rotating biological contactor (RBC).
  • Design procedure for a septic tank with neat plan and section.
a)

Flow sheet for conventional wastewater treatment system along with functions of each unit.

b)

Comparison between high-rate and hybrid anaerobic reactors.

c)

Various modifications in activated sludge process with neat sketch.

d)

Design procedure for a rotating biological contactor (RBC).

e)

Design procedure for a septic tank with neat plan and section.


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