Become a credit card member today!Tropic Marin Nitrite/Nitrate for Fresh and Saltwater Aquariums
Description
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Nitrite (NO2-) and nitrate ions (NO3-) are formed from ammonium (NH4+) as part of the nitrification process. Nitrite, which is highly poisonous to freshwater species, is produced in the first stage of the bacterial process. If the nitrification process works, nitrite is converted to nitrate in the second stage.
- - Shelf life and storage: 6 months after opening. Store in a cool, dark place
- - Higher concentrations of nitrate in saltwater aquariums will end up inhibiting the growth of delicate corals
- - A danger posed by high nitrate content for all aquariums is the strong boost it provides to algae growth
- - As a general rule, the nitrite concentration should be less than 0.2 mg/l (ppm) in all aquariums wherever possible
- - t is advisable to keep the nitrate concentration in freshwater aquariums below 50 mg/l (ppm), whereas the concentration should not exceed 20 mg/l (ppm) in saltwater applications
This product can expose you to some chemicals, which is known to the State of California to cause For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
| SKU | 3759469 |
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| Primary Brand | Tropic Marin |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Weight | .5 LB |
Additional Features
| Personalized Item flag | No |
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Nitrite concentrations affect the nitrate measurement. The nitrite concentration should also be measured and, if required, the nitrate results should be corrected in relation to the table below before carrying out the nitrate measurement. High nitrite levels are usually found in tanks that are in their maturation phase or in tanks with nitrate filters. The instructions for use of test can be found on the back of the test kit.
Keep away from heat, hot surfaced and open flames since product has flammable liquid.