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jellyfish420
06-05-2006, 11:49 PM
on a planted tank w/ diy co2, what tests do you have to do? and what are the numbers for? kinda an explination...can anyone help?

HarleyK
06-06-2006, 10:18 AM
Howdy,

The right CO2 level is determined by your kH and your pH values. The optimal value can be found in an according table. Since I do not know your water parameters, I cannot give any recommendation. You can find those tables with a Google search "kH, pH, CO2" and look up the perfect CO2 level for your tank.
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It also helps to monitor nitrate, phosphate and iron if you're into plant-keeping.

HarleyK




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