Equation (2.6) indicates reaction scheme describing inorganic nitrogen
assimilation into new microbial biomass (i.e., C5H7O2N). This process, if properly
adjusted to enhance microbial nitrogen uptake, could effectively reduce excessive
ammonia and nitrite accumulations in water. According to equation (2.6), addition of
organic carbon compounds (e.g., molasses, starch, cassava meal) into production
ponds, heavy aeration and good mixing are important factors influencing bioflocs
technology startup.