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Sewage
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Abwasser, Abwässer
the waste water and other liquid waste from homes, businesses, and factories, usually carried away through pipes and treated
What is "sewage"?
Sewage refers to waste water and materials that are produced from homes, businesses, and industries, including human waste, food scraps, and other waste products. It is carried away through pipes to be treated at sewage treatment plants, where harmful substances are removed before the water is released back into the environment or reused. Sewage can include water from toilets, sinks, showers, and drains, and its proper treatment and disposal are important for public health and preventing pollution. When not managed correctly, sewage can cause contamination and health risks.
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Beispiel
Proper disposal of sewage is essential for public health.
Improper handling of sewage can lead to the spread of diseases.
A broken sewage line disrupted water services in the neighborhood.
Raw sewage leaked into the river due to a malfunction in the sewer network.
Flooding can taint crops with harmful bacteria from sewage.
