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Effects of polyacrylamide on microbial density levels and biodegradability in waste-activated sludge

Ching-Ping Chu, Duu-Jong Lee, Bea-Ven Chang, Chian-Sen Liao

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Abstract

This study addressed the possible role of polyelectrolyte flocculation on microbial density levels in a waste-activated sludge. Such an effect is commonly ignored. Applying polyelectrolyte reduced the density level of coliform bacteria in the flocculated sludge. Polyelectrolyte also reduced the 5-day biochemical oxygen demand of sludge, possibly retarding the subsequent biodegradation processes. © 2001 Society of Chemical Industry.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)598-602
JournalJournal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology
Volume76
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2001
Externally publishedYes

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UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
    SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation

Research Keywords

  • BOD5
  • Effluent treatment
  • Flocculation
  • Microbial density
  • SCOD
  • TCOD

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