1991 Aeration getting oxygen into the compost by mixing or turning. Aerobic requires oxygen. Aerobic conditions in a compost bin are desirable.
Aerobic organisms use oxygen to carry out their life functions.
Because oxygen is present, the bin will not smell. Anaerobic does not require oxygen. Under anaerobic conditions, a compost bin will smell. Anaerobic organisms can grow without the presence of oxygen. Bedding materials like newspaper and leaves used as an organic medium for worm composting.