Aerators - Purpose of aeration

Unit 12 - Management of ponds

Aerators

Purpose of aeration
The following are the purpose of aeration.
  • To enrich pond water with oxygen
  • To remove hydrogen sulphide
  • To nullify the activity of harmful bacteria
  • To remove carbon dioxide
  • Decomposition of organic matter which may other wise lead to bad smell.

Last modified: Thursday, 28 April 2011, 4:17 AM