Water and Wastewater Terms Beginning D

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destratification (DEE-strat-uh-fuh-KAY-shun)

The development of vertical mixing within a lake or reservoir to eliminate (either totally or partially) separate layers of temperature, plant life, or animal life. This vertical mixing can be caused by mechanical means (pumps) or through the use of forced air diffusers that release air into the lower layers of the reservoir.