Wastewater Treatment
The process of treating municipal wastewater is a powerful example of how
technology has affected our environment and society. These resources will help
you and your students appreciate wastewater treatment and how lucky we are to
have it.
Have you ever visited a microbe zoo? Most likely you have interacted with
microbes in your environment on a daily basis without even knowing it. This
site discusses the different microbes that are in the soil, in the water, and
even in our food. A special section in the Animal Pavilion, called Poo Corner,
describes the microbes that help break down fecal material. It talks about the
microbes in septic tanks and community sewage treatment plants. Teachers and
parents: beware. If, after visiting this site, your students go for a walk in
the woods and ask for plates and glasses, they may be setting up viewing
chambers to observe the fungal fruiting bodies sprouting out of herbivorous
animals' dung. Choose your tableware carefully. MSP
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