How Nitrification Strengthens Wastewater Treatment Plant Performance
Effective wastewater treatment relies on a seri es of biological processes, and nitrification stands out as one of the most essential. This microbial conversion of ammonia to nitrate enhances the operational effectiveness of plants' wastewater nitrification systems by helping facilities comply with discharge permits, reduce effluent toxicity, and maintain treatment stability. When supported with advanced solutions like high-density nitrifying cultures, this process can recover functionality in days rather than weeks—ensuring steady performance even after upsets. Let’s explore how this microbial process reduces toxicity and strengthens overall wastewater treatment performance. Role of Nitrification in Wastewater Treatment Nitrification occurs in two primary steps: the oxidation of ammonia (NH₄⁺) to nitrite (NO₂⁻) by ammonia-oxidizing bacteria (AOB), followed by the oxidation of nitrite to nitrate (NO₃⁻) by nitrite-oxidizing bacteria (NOB). This biological transformation reduces the ...