1959 Industrial Waste Treatment: Johns Hopkins Science Review

The video discusses the American Cyanamid Company's waste treatment plant, highlighting its processes and environmental impact. Waste is processed through settling lagoons and aeration tanks, where bacteria aid in decomposition. The treated effluent is then chlorinated and discharged into the Raritan River. The plant represents a significant financial investment, emphasizing the necessity for industries to treat waste to protect shared water resources.

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