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Flocs help reduce the biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) in wastewater by breaking down organic matter during the secondary treatment process.

Updated On: Jan 13, 2026

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Flocs: Masses of aerobic bacteria and fungi that break down organic matter, thereby lowering BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) in sewage water.

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