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Wastewater flowing out of industries, hospitals and offices are collectively called as _________.

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sludge
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sewage
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clarified water
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drainage
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Solution

The correct option is B sewage
Sewage is the term used for wastewater which is discharged from industries, households, offices and hospitals. It includes substances such as human waste, food scraps, oils and chemicals.
However, sludge and clarified water are obtained during the treatment of sewage.

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