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(i) Screening
(ii) Sedimentation
(iii) Disinfection
(iv) Filtration. . .
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This sequence — Screening → Sedimentation → Filtration → Disinfection — is the standard flow in municipal and industrial water treatment plants.
Screening
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The first step in water treatment.
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Removes large floating debris such as leaves, twigs, and other large particles from raw water.
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Prevents clogging and damage to downstream equipment.
Sedimentation
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Water is allowed to stand in sedimentation tanks so that suspended solids settle at the bottom.
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Reduces the load on the filtration system by removing heavier particles.
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Enhances clarity and prepares the water for more refined treatment.
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Filtration
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The settled water is passed through filters (commonly sand or multimedia filters) to remove finer suspended particles.
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Further improves the clarity of the water.
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Critical for ensuring the effectiveness of the next stage, disinfection.
Disinfection
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Final step to kill or inactivate pathogens (bacteria, viruses, protozoa).
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Usually achieved through chlorination, UV treatment, or ozonation.
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Ensures the water is safe for human consumption.
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