Planktonic algal populations as an integral part of wastewater treatment

Abstract

Carries out an investigation to evaluate the performance of the maturation pond, one of an aerated oxidation pond system at the Mit Mazah Sewage Treatment Plant (Daquahliya Governorate, Egypt), with respect to phytoplanktonic structure and nutrient elimination during different seasons. Details how the study collected composite water samples from the maturation pond at monthly intervals. Observes that there are substantial changes in the distribution pattern of the algal community structure during different seasons. Concludes that to obtain considerable algal biomass in the maturation pond, the pond system must be subjected to performance control.

Citation

Shehata, S.A. and Badr, S.A. (1996), "Planktonic algal populations as an integral part of wastewater treatment", Environmental Management and Health, Vol. 7 No. 1, pp. 9-14. https://doi.org/10.1108/09566169610181641