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sludge density index (SDI)

A calculation used to indicate the settleability of sludge in a secondary clarifier or effluent that is related to the calculation for sludge volume index (SVI). The weight in grams of 100 milliliters of sludge after settling for 30 minutes. SDI = 100/SVI.