The settling velocity of the particles larger than 0.06 mm in a settling tank of depth 2.4 is 0.33 m per sec. The detention period recommended for the tank, is
Options
A. 30 minutes
B. 1 hour
C. 1 hour and 30 minutes
D. 2 hours
E. 3 hours.
Correct Answer
2 hours
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