TEEX Basic Water Works Operations- Module
3: Water Quality Exam Questions With Correct
Answers 100% Verified.
The molecular formula for water is HO2. - Answer✔False; The molecular formula for water is
H2O.
Water occurs in three forms; solid ice, liquid water, and water vapor. - Answer✔True
The hydrologic cycle is the natural exchange of water between the earth and the atmosphere. -
Answer✔True
Average water use depends on temperature, rainfall, cost, supply, and economic level. -
Answer✔True
Ground water is located above the earth's surface and tapped by wells. - Answer✔False;
Groundwater is located below the earth's surface and tapped by wells.
Surface water comes from rivers, lakes and reservoirs. - Answer✔True
Future water supplies will become more plentiful according to the TCEQ. - Answer✔False;
Future water supplies will become scarce according to the TCEQ.
Surface water or groundwater prior to treatment is called fresh water. - Answer✔False; Surface
water or groundwater prior to treatment is called raw water.
Potable water means the water is free of disease-causing organisms, has a chlorine residual,
and is safe for human consumption. - Answer✔True
The state must be notified about changes to public water systems involving water source, water
quality, and health hazards. - Answer✔True
Before starting construction, the utility must submit engineering plans to the AWWA. -
Answer✔False; Before starting construction, the utility must submit engineering plans to the
TCEQ.
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