Glossary of Water and Wastewater Terms
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z5 random terms from our glossary
biofiltration
The process of filtering water through a filter medium that has been allowed to develop a microbial biofilm that assists in the removal of fine particulate matter and dissolved organic materials. Also called biological filtration.
giardiasis (jee-are-DYE-uh-sis)
Intestinal disease caused by an infestation of Giardia flagellates.
MLVSS
See mixed liquor volatile suspended solids (MLVSS).
endogenous respiration (en-DODGE-en-us)
A condition that occurs when microorganisms feed on each other and their own cellular material. This develops when there is insufficient BOD to support the microorganisms in biological treatment or natural systems.
resins
See ion exchange resins.
