Initial Mixing Zone

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-014374",
  "term": "Initial Mixing Zone",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "The region immediately downstream of an outfall where effluent dilution processes occur. Because of the combined effects of the effluent buoyancy, ambient stratification, and current, the prediction of initial dilution can be complex.",
  "subject": "Chemicals, toxics and pesticides",
  "references": [
    "Sediment Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/initial-mixing-zone/"
}