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Write down any four advantages of Septic Tank. |
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Answer» 1. Reduction in percolation of sewage water in the underground water. 2. Prevention of formation of drains and accumulation of contaminated (sewage) water on ground. This controls proximity of mosquitoes and bacteria, etc. 3. Prevention of stinking and eventual air pollution due to formation of drains and accumulation of contaminated (sewage) water on ground. 4. Prevention of spread of contagious and epidemic diseases and maintenance of hygiene of surrounding area. 5. Planned disposal of contaminated water released from latrines. 6. Brick pieces and coarse sand can be easily available while building septic tank. Hence, we can protect environment at a reasonably less expense. 7. Septic tank helps sewage water to percolate and prevents formation of puddles on ground. Septic tank helps us to keep surrounding area clean and tidy. |
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