QUIZ CHAPTER AMBOT

Question 1

is the process of removing contaminants from wastewater, primarily from household sewage.

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sewage treatment

Question 2

It involves physical, biological, and chemical processes to produce treated effluent and solid waste, which can be safely discharged into the environment or reused.

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sewage treatment

Question 3

is a type of wastewater treatment method that utilizes natural processes in man-made lagoons or ponds to treat sewage.

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lagoon treatment

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It involves allowing sewage to settle and undergo biological treatment in the lagoon over a period of time, typically several weeks to months.

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lagoon treatment

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involves acquiring the necessary funds to design, construct, operate, and maintain sewage treatment infrastructure.

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financing sewage treatment

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refers to the laws, standards, and guidelines established by governments and regulatory agencies to ensure the proper management, treatment, and disposal of wastewater.

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regulation of sewage treatment

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is a buried, water-tight container usually made of concrete, fiberglass, or polyethylene. Its job is to hold the wastewater long enough to allow solids to settle down to the bottom forming sludge, while the oil and grease floats to the top as scum.

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septic tank

Question 8

one of the oldest forms of formal sanitation in the world and for many they are still the best.

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pit latrines

Question 9

are typically found in rural or developing areas where the infrastructure for centralized sewage collection and treatment is lacking. In such areas, alternative sanitation solutions are often employed.

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cities without sewage treatment

Question 10

is a significant environmental concern that can have serious impacts on aquatic ecosystems, public health, and water resources.

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stream pollution

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is essential for maintaining clean and healthy environments.

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solid waste management

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criteria of stream pollution:

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Curbside Collection
Transfer Stations
Drop-off Centers

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disposal of solid waste:

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Landfilling
Incineration
Composting

Question 14

reducing litter:

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Public Education and Awareness
Infrastructure Improvements
Enforcement of Anti-Littering Laws

Question 15

are diverse settings that each have unique characteristics and considerations when it comes to waste management and environmental stewardship.

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residential, occupational and rescreational environments

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sources of water:

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groundwater sources
surface water

Question 17

are beneath the land surfaces and include springs and wells.

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groundwater sources

Question 18

It collects water on the ground or in a stream, river, lake, reservoir, or ocean.

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surface water

Question 19

It is the process of incorporating fluoride compounds into various products or environments for specific purposes, primarily for dental health or water fluoridation.

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addition of fluorides

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involves analyzing samples of water to assess it’s quality and suitability for various purposes.

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testing of water

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is a microbiological test used to detect the presence of coliform bacteria in water.

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coliform test

Question 22

refers to the management and control of water resources to ensure their sustainable use, equitable distribution, and protection of water quality.

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regulation of water supplies

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refers to laws and regulations put in place by governments to ensure that drinking water is clean, safe, and meets certain quality standards for human consumption.

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safe drinking water legislation

Question 24

refers to potable water that meets stringent safety standards, devoid of contaminants such as bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and pollutants that could pose health risks upon consumption.

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drinking water in developing countries

Question 25

is a natural process that describes how nitrogen moves through the environment, involving various transformations such as fixation, nitrification, assimilation, ammonification, and denitrification, which regulate the availability of nitrogen for living organisms.

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nitrogen cycle

Question 26

refers to the various types of waste generated by households, businesses, institutions, and public facilities within a specific geographic area or community.

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community waste

Question 27

focuses on identifying, preventing, and controlling workplace health risks, ensuring worker safety, and promoting well-being while preventing work-related injuries and illnesses.

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occupational health

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provides valuable insights into the complex interactions between work environments and health outcomes.

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occupational epidemiology

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is distributed among various stakeholders including governments, employers, workers, and health professionals.

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responsibility for occupational health

Question 30

are essential components of ensuring a safe and healthy workplace. These efforts aim to identify and mitigate potential hazards, promote employee well-being, and create a culture of safety within organizations.

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hazard prevention and occupational health promotion

Question 31

It refer to settings or spaces where people engage in leisure, relaxation, and recreational activities, as well as other environments that may not primarily serve recreational purposes but still play a role in influencing human health and well-being.

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recreational and other environment

Question 32

Refers to the act of smoking tobacco products, such as cigarettes or cigars, in areas that are accessible to the general public or where smoking is not explicitly prohibited. This includes indoor spaces like restaurants, bars, shopping malls, public transportation facilities, workplaces, and outdoor areas such as parks, sidewalks, and outdoor seating areas.

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smoking in public place

Question 33

It is a designated section of a body of water, such as a pool, lake, river, or ocean, that is intended and specifically set aside for swimming and recreational water activities.

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swimming area

Question 34

Refers to efforts and initiatives aimed at ensuring the safety and accessibility of food within a community.

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community food protection

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involves studying the occurrence, distribution, and determinants of illnesses caused by consuming contaminated food.

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epidemiology of food-borne disease

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The various pathways through which infectious agents, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, or toxins, are spread from one person. animal, or object to another, leading to the transmission of diseases.

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mode of transmission

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mode of transmission:

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• Direct Contact • Ingestion • Inhalation • Contact with Contaminated Surfaces • Vector-Borne Transmission • Zoonotic Transmission

Question 38

refers to the implementation of measures to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of these products with regulatory standards.

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control of milk and milk production

Question 39

control of milk and milk production

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Pasteurization

Question 40

refer to food items derived from the flesh of animals, typically mammals or poultry, that are consumed for sustenance.

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meat production