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In a septic tank, the organic waste is decomposed by which type of bacteria?
AAerobic bacteria
BAnaerobic bacteria
CNitrifying bacteria
DPhotosynthetic bacteria
✓ Correct Answer: B — Anaerobic bacteria
Septic tanks operate in the absence of oxygen, where anaerobic bacteria break down solid waste.
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