Originally Posted By: sprkplug
So by virtue of evaporation, surface aeration gives us cooler water but less water overall remains in the pond, when compared to bottom aeration? (higher evap. rate)

So extrapolating even further and thinner, grin surface aeration in a drought ridden area where every drop counts, will contribute to daily water loss to a greater degree than bottom aeration will?


I believe that to be true.

But then you can replenish the water from a well if one is available and the water quality is OK.

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