What is another word for aerated lagoon?
Pronunciation: [e͡əɹˈe͡ɪtɪd lɐɡˈuːn] (IPA) 
An aerated lagoon is a type of wastewater treatment system that uses oxygen to break down pollutants in water. It is also known as a sewage lagoon, oxidation pond or waste stabilization pond.
Other synonyms that are commonly used to refer to an aerated lagoon include aerobic pond, activated sludge pond, biological aerated filter, aerated basin, and facultative lagoon. Each of these synonyms highlights a different aspect of the treatment process, for example, an aerobic pond emphasizes the use of oxygen to treat water, while a biological aerated filter emphasizes the role of naturally occurring microorganisms.
Regardless of the synonym used, the ultimate goal of these types of systems is to purify wastewater and make it safe for release into the environment.
