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Further, well use the term nutrient throughout this article to identify any substance which can lead to degradation of water quality and the growth of undesirable nuisance algae. In order to better understand how to control and eliminate these substances; let us look at how they get into our systems in the first place.

Fish, invertebrates, and any other animals that we maintain in our captive marine systems produce nutrients through their metabolic processes, such as eating, respiration, and elimination of waste. These metabolic substances are released into the water column, where they can accumulate to potentially toxic levels.

High light invertebrates include many of the S.P.S corals like Acroporids and Pocilloporids, and most Tridacnid clams. Use these guidelines loosely and know that it is best, of course, to research the needs of each animal at least by genus and better by species whenever possible.

Once we can categorize the mix of corals and their subsequent needs, we look to the various lamps and outfits to achieve

Frequent water changes allow the aquarist to help dilute and reduce the concentration of waste products from the system before they begin to accumulate as nutrients. This, in turn, will result in less potential for nuisance algae growth, and a more stable system.

Remember to use high-quality source water when mixing up your saltwater for water changes. Be consistent, methodical, and siphon out as much detritus as you can from the rockwork and other areas from the aquarium. Frequent water changes also give the hobbyist th

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You might also want to look at your equipment before you add salt!!!!!
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Question about rock
I am not sure if this is the place for this, but I had to start somewhere. I am going to be doing a 90gal. soon and wanted to know if I can use limestone as a base for my reef? I want to fill the tank with the limestone and then seed it in areas with high quality live rock. If I cannot use....

Where to place my Zoa's??
I was wondering how much light most Zoa's need. I am thinking of putting the new frags lower in the tank, right on the sand bed or just a little above. I have a 26" deep tank and I am using 250W MH and pc Actinics for lighting. I have some zoos that are doing fine in the mid section of the tank and a large colo.

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