Why should concrete wash water never be tipped into a drain?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. It is very alkaline and harms water life
- Step 1: Cement wash water has a high pH that kills fish and insects. Step 2. Use a designated washout area. Answer: It is very alkaline and harms water life. Why not the others: Smell, improved flow and seasonality are not the issue.
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