Any chemical that may stop natural fermentation is not good for a septic tank. If your tank starts to smell mix yeast and sugar and flush it down the toilet. This will get it working as it should. It's like making beer or wine.
Pollutants that come from septic tanks are microbes and metals. But it is not always a given.
Where can I find information on septic tanks? You can find information on septic tanks at http://completewatersystems.com/products/? . The industry is called Xylem , the Motto is "Let's solve Water."
No.
Sodium carbonate can safely be used in septic tanks. Many people use it to deodorize the drains in their home. It does not cause problems with the septic system.
No, it is not. It will dissolve in a week or two and cause no damage. Only shiny paper, cellophane etc is bad.
A person might find information on how septic tanks work on different Internet websites. The best information out there on septic tanks seems to be on sites such as Ask, HowStuffWorks, Local, and Water EPA.
No, but they could very easily clog up the plumbing if your garbage disposal doesn't chop them up finely enough.
Not usually.
yes
Septic tanks are more likely to produce methane (CH4) or hydrogen sulfide (H2S) as anaerobic decomposition may occur.
What comes out of the landfills and septic tanks goes into the water. I would rather not drink someone's sewage.
Riddex is an electronic pest controller. It has no relevance to septic tanks .