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Reverse osmosis is mainly used in water treatment for:

1. Desalination and removal of dissolved salts
2. Coagulation
3. Sludge digestion
4. Disinfection only

Answer

A. Desalination and removal of dissolved salts

Solution

Pressure forces water through a semipermeable membrane.

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