Water and Wastewater Terms Beginning Z

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z

zoogleal mass (ZOE-uh-glee-ul)

Jelly-like masses of bacteria found in fixed film and activated sludge processes. These masses may be formed for or function as the protection against predators and for storage of food supplies. Also see biomass.