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The detention period of a septic tank is ___________

(a) 2 hours

(b) 12-36 hours

(c) 4 hours

(d) 1 week

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The doubt is from Construction of Septic Tank topic in section Solid Waste Management, Aerobic & Anaerobic Stabilization Units of Environmental Engineering

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The correct option is (b) 12-36 hours

To elaborate: The septic tank has a long detention period in comparison to sedimentation than with a detention period of 12 to 36 hours.

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