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What type of waste is primarily treated during the secondary treatment phase in industrial wastewater management?

1

Solids through mechanical means

2

Bacteria and organic matter

3

Heavy metals only

4

Gases emitted into the atmosphere

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Answer

B. Bacteria and organic matter

Solution:

The correct option is 'Bacteria and organic matter' as secondary treatment focuses on biological processes to decompose organic material present in wastewater.

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