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Flocculation is a process

that removes algae from stabilization pond effluent
that promotes the aggregation of small particles into larger particles to enhance their removal by gravity
both (a) and (b)
none of these.

Correct Answer: that promotes the aggregation of small particles into larger particles to enhance their removal by gravity

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