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What is the difference between water purification and sewage treatment ​

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The cleansed water from a WWTP is disinfected and released back into a nearby waterway where it is safe for humans, fish and plants. The treatment of sewage generates residual solids that are rich in nutrients. This material is typically applied to farm land as a fertilizer.

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