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One of the most investigated processes of on-site soil absorption systems is the clogging phenomenon. In spite of this, clogging or biocrust formation is still a mysterious process regarded by most sanitary engineers as a serious disadvantage to septic systems. Scientists working with on-site absorption systems have, however, different opinions about this very important part of every absorption field.
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Kristiansen, R. (1982). The Soil as a Renovating Medium — Clogging of Infiltrative Surfaces. In: Eikum, A.S., Seabloom, R.W. (eds) Alternative Wastewater Treatment. Water Science and Technology Library, vol 1. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-7849-2_8
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