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Coagulation- removes dirt and other particles suspended in water. Alum and other chemicals are added to water to form tiny sticky particles called floc which attract dirt particles. The combined weight of the dirt and Alum.

Sedimentation- matter that settles on the bottom of a liquid; dsegs

Filtration- the action or process of filtering something

Disinfection- clean with a disinfectant to destroy bacteria (Sometimes other treatments such as fluoridation or pH adjustment may occur at the end of this stage.)

Storage- the action or method of storing something for future use (After storage, water travels via pipelines to homes and businesses.)