How Do You Set Up A 10-Gallon Aquarium?
A 10-gallon aquarium needs a number of components in order to create a complete ecosystem that will support fish. A freshwater aquarium needs several ways of keeping the tank clean and free of algae as well as a way of keeping enough oxygen in the water. It must also start out clean and without any unnecessary debris that could cloud the water and make the fish sick. Start by washing the tank thoroughly. If possible, wash it without using any soap. Using soap can leave small amounts of it behind, which can leave the water contaminated. By scrubbing with water and towels, you should be able to get any dirt and debris out of the aquarium before it’s used. Set up your filtration system first if you are using an under-gravel filter. These are often the best types of filters to use because the fish can’t get caught in them and because most waste will drift down into it, allowing the water to become cleaner than if you were using a side filter. The downside is that it can be harder to clean
