How Do You Reduce The Alkalinity Of Aquarium Water?
Creating the perfect balances of chemicals in your aquarium contributes to the health of your pet fish. Within the community of your fish tank lies a complicated cycle affected by every action of your fish. The filter, decorations, plants and types of fish can make or break the chemical balance in your tank. High alkalinity results from the inability to obtain a constant pH over time. Alkalinity measures the ability of the chemicals in water to neutralize acid without changing the water’s overall pH. This change is called buffering capacity. Reducing the alkalinity in of aquarium water will help prevent a fish die-off and stabilize your tank for healthy fish. Test the alkalinity of your tank using the pH test kit. Establish your baseline when your tank requires a water change. Test again after the filter has cycled the entire tank a few hours after a water change. In addition, also test your tap water to measure the alkalinity. Understand that alkalinity is reflected in a high pH range
