another calcium problem

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by Tight Lipped, Mar 21, 2008.

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  1. Otty

    Otty Giant Squid

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    Throw away those test strips and get some real test kits. Strips are ok for freshwater but no saltwater. Your dKH is fine, I run mine around 14 but unless you get your Mg up then you are going to have problems.
     
    Otty, Mar 22, 2008
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  2. Tight Lipped

    Tight Lipped Astrea Snail

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    My store is closed this we so I have to wai a few days to get a magnesium test kit.
     
    Tight Lipped, Mar 22, 2008
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  3. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    I'm thinking a low magnesium level is the root of your problem. Your alk is forcing your calcium down because there isn't enough magnesium to act as an emulsifier between them.
     
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