Coralline algae and Jar reef

[BigRedsReefs10]

Stable params, low nitrate levels.

 

[NatureFish]

What makes nitrate levels go up?


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[BigRedsReefs10]

Overfeeding, over stocking, or poor maintenance habits

 

[NatureFish]

So does Xenia and zoas need a heater?


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[NatureFish]

I just went out and bought this test kit will it work for what I'm trying to do?


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[Sniperhank]

It should say 'just dip and get inaccurate results'. Liquid tests are what you should be aiming for.

 

[NatureFish]

Where do I get one of those and can u show me the box I'm looking for?


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[NatureFish]

Can I use this product or should I return it as well as the test strips?


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[BigRedsReefs10]

You shouldn't need that in a reef tank because you should be using ro/di water.

 

[NatureFish]

Ok.


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[Sniperhank]

API makes a master test pack. You can get them at any store, find a petco and they'll be there for example.

 

[NatureFish]

Ok. I'll look there.


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[NatureFish]

Where can I buy RO/DI water?


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[Sillyfishies]

Where can I buy RO/DI water?


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Fish store or you make it yourself with a RODI filter you buy.

 

[NatureFish]

I have a RO system but its broken so I need to buy it.


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[Sillyfishies]

I have a RO system but its broken so I need to buy it.


NatureFish
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What do you mean broken? I'm sure we can fix it!

 

[NatureFish]

Well the RO system is at my vacation home and it doesn't work. You turn on the foset and nothing comes out. I can't fix it because its very far from here...


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[NatureFish]

So is a heater ABSOLUTELY necessary?


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[Mebbid]

How much research have you done on your own regarding coral care?

 

[NatureFish]

A lot but I still have personal questions. I mean obviously I could have done more....


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