ocean water

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by JeremyHaze17, Nov 28, 2008.

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  1. JeremyHaze17

    JeremyHaze17 Plankton

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    What do you think about using ocean water in my tank?I live right near the ocean,anyone have any experince with this?
     
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  2. gazog

    gazog Kole Tang

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    Unless you can get it from way off shore and deep it not a good idea, there are so many pollutant's, Bacteria's and other really bad things in water close to shore you would just be starting at a disadvantage IMHO.
     
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  3. getinpora

    getinpora Coral Banded Shrimp

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    never experianced it but i heard the same thing
     
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  4. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    gazog right don't take it from the shore.
     
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