Brightwell Aquatics Alkalin8.3-P – Alkaline KH Buffer Powder for All Marine and Reef Aquariums

Price: $33.97
(as of Dec 31, 2023 23:30:05 UTC – Details)

Alkalinity, also referred to as carbonate hardness or buffering capacity, is essentially a means of quantifying the stability of pH in a solution, such as aquarium water. In an aquarium, weak acids formed by oxygen respiration and the decomposition of organic material gradually deplete alkalinity. If left unchecked, the alkalinity drops below a critical level and pH begins to fluctuate more than is normally suggested (a daily pH shift of +/-0. 2 is normal in marine aquaria). This would cause stress to livestock. Alkalinity is also depleted by reef-building organisms during the production of aragonite ( 60% carbonates by weight), and is very important for their rapid growth. Maintaining the alkalinity in marine aquaria between 7 – 12 dKH (2. 5 – 4. 3 meq/L) will generally maintain pH within the desired range, and Brightwell Alkalin8. 3P makes that easier.
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 1 Pounds
Item model number ‏ : ‎ ALKP1000
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 24, 2004
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ TopDawg Pet Supply
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00BUFSSTE
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA

Provides a source of carbonates
Made in the USA