AQUARIUM & POND TEST KITS; Review, Use, Directions, Info.
Oct 16, 2019 14:22:08 GMT -5
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Post by Carl on Oct 16, 2019 14:22:08 GMT -5
I've updated the "AQUARIUM & POND TEST KITS; Review, Use, Directions, Information" article in "Aquarium/Pond Answers"
www.aquarium-pond-answers.com/2007/02/aquarium-test-kits.html
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[7] Phosphate Test Kit; generally only necessary in planted aquariums where large amounts of ‘ferts’ (fertilizer) are added or if you have uncontrollable algae growth. This test kit is often more important for ponds where rain water can wash debris with high phosphate content into the pond.
Another source of phosphates is tap water. Many municipalities use phosphates to reduce the levels of lead that have been found in drinking water. Phosphates create a protective film on the inside of the pipe, slowing the electrochemical processes that can lead to corrosion.
Poor quality fish foods can & often are a source of phosphates in aquarium water.
Try and purchase a dry fish food with as little as possible of processed ingredients. AAP Clay Neighbor's Custom & AAP Spirulina 20 is probably one of the best basic flake foods available when it come to low phosphate content (and quality ingredients and nutrition as well).
Product Links:
*AAP Spirulina 20
*AAP Clay Neighbor's Custom Ultra Premium Fish Food
*AAP/API Phosphate Test Kit
*SeaChem PhosBond Premium Phosphate Remover from AAP"
Carl
www.aquarium-pond-answers.com/2007/02/aquarium-test-kits.html
Here is an excerpt:
[7] Phosphate Test Kit; generally only necessary in planted aquariums where large amounts of ‘ferts’ (fertilizer) are added or if you have uncontrollable algae growth. This test kit is often more important for ponds where rain water can wash debris with high phosphate content into the pond.
Another source of phosphates is tap water. Many municipalities use phosphates to reduce the levels of lead that have been found in drinking water. Phosphates create a protective film on the inside of the pipe, slowing the electrochemical processes that can lead to corrosion.
Poor quality fish foods can & often are a source of phosphates in aquarium water.
Try and purchase a dry fish food with as little as possible of processed ingredients. AAP Clay Neighbor's Custom & AAP Spirulina 20 is probably one of the best basic flake foods available when it come to low phosphate content (and quality ingredients and nutrition as well).
Product Links:
*AAP Spirulina 20
*AAP Clay Neighbor's Custom Ultra Premium Fish Food
*AAP/API Phosphate Test Kit
*SeaChem PhosBond Premium Phosphate Remover from AAP"
Carl
