Skimmer or Algae Scrubber?

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by Kevin_E, May 7, 2013.

to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef content with less ads. 3reef membership is free.

Page 3 of 3
  1. jimmy_beaner

    jimmy_beaner Teardrop Maxima Clam

    Joined:
    Feb 4, 2011
    Messages:
    822
    Location:
    Iowa City, Iowa
    Awesome. I teach Bio at the university level.
     
    jimmy_beaner, May 9, 2013
    jimmy_beaner, May 9, 2013
    #21

    2. Click Here!

  2. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

    Joined:
    Apr 30, 2009
    Messages:
    4,551
    Location:
    Florida
    So we're both familiar with the physiology of plants.
     
    Kevin_E, May 9, 2013
    Kevin_E, May 9, 2013
    #22
  3. jimmy_beaner

    jimmy_beaner Teardrop Maxima Clam

    Joined:
    Feb 4, 2011
    Messages:
    822
    Location:
    Iowa City, Iowa
    And more in particular competition in an environment with few balancing "predators".
     
    jimmy_beaner, May 9, 2013
    jimmy_beaner, May 9, 2013
    #23
  4. reefer Bob

    reefer Bob Montipora Digitata

    Joined:
    Jan 19, 2009
    Messages:
    1,070
    Location:
    Largo, Fl
    I have this feeling the thread is going to get all technical with biology terms that I don't understand.
     
    reefer Bob, May 9, 2013
    reefer Bob, May 9, 2013
    #24
  5. Powerman

    Powerman Giant Squid

    Joined:
    Oct 3, 2008
    Messages:
    3,460
    Location:
    Colorado
    Then you should be able to figure it out.

    You have "X" amount of nutrients. Remove them how you see fit. There is a whole host of ways. Use one, use all. It's your tank.
     
    Powerman, May 9, 2013
    Powerman, May 9, 2013
    #25
Page 3 of 3