Aquarium Filtration & Filter Options
Learn about the various aquarium filter types available for your fish tank, ranging from power filters, under gravel filters, to canister filters. Choose the filter that’s right for your aquarium.
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Nitrifying Bacteria – Breaking Down Aquarium Waste
Nitrifying bacteria are responsible for breaking down organic waste in the aquarium. This beneficial bacteria is needed for a healthy aquatic environment.
The Aquarium Nitrogen Cycle aka Biological Filtration
The nitrogen cycle is the natural process, during which beneficial bacteria break down dissolved organic waste inside the aquarium.
Cloudy Aquarium Water and Algone
Algone is the perfect tool to clear and prevent cloudy aquarium water. Algone maintains a low nutrient environment, which is essential for a healthy and crystal clear aquarium.
Activated Carbon and Chemical Aquarium Filtration
Activated carbon is used to remove chemical impurities from the aquarium water. Not surprisingly, this is referred to as chemical filtration. But how does it work?
Nitrites and the Aquarium Nitrogen Cycle
Nitrites are a natural part of the aquarium nitrogen cycle. Nitrite is highly toxic for fish and levels must be kept undetectable at all times. Nitrite can quickly become lethal for fish.
Biological Filtration Balances the Aquarium
Biological filtration is another term used to describe the aquarium nitrogen cycle. It’s the process of beneficial bacteria breaking down organic waste in the water.
Chemical Aquarium Filtration
Chemical aquarium filtration sounds more complicated then it is. While the processes may be technical in nature, it is easily achieved with activated carbon.
Nitrate & the Aquarium Nitrogen Cycle
Aquarium nitrate is the final by-product of the nitrogen cycle. It’s the least toxic nutrient, however it must be regularly removed to avoid algae outbreaks.
Aquarium Water Parameters
A successful aquarium requires water parameters to be routinely checked and adjustments be made when needed.