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  1. pH Probe Calibration and How to Care for One

    pH Probe Calibration and How to Care for One

    Electronic pH measurement of aquarium water used to be something only a laboratory could perform. Thanks to advancements in technology, the cost of high-quality pH meters has come down to an...
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  2. Common Nuisance Algae and How to Treat Them

    Common Nuisance Algae and How to Treat Them

    Algae can enter your aquarium from introduced rocks, sand or frags, and when the conditions are right, algae will take advantage and become a nuisance, if left unchecked. Here are some of the most...
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  3. Salinity Meter: Calibration and How to Care for One

    Salinity Meter: Calibration and How to Care for One

    Hanna Instruments Salinity Tester (HI98319), Apex Salinity Probe / Lab Grade Conductivity Probe and IceCap Salinity/Temperature Digital Pocket Tester In a previous article we explained how to use a...
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  4. Liquid Carbon Dosing Breakdown: Why and How to do It

    Liquid Carbon Dosing Breakdown: Why and How to do It

    At some point of keeping our aquariums we may have overheard someone from the reefing community talk about carbon dosing. They may say they're adding vinegar to their tank or even vodka. Yes, vodka!...
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  5. How to Gain Control of your Silicate Situation

    How to Gain Control of your Silicate Situation

    Silicates are really not all that bad, find out why!
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  6. 6 Steps to Improve Water Quality in Your Aquarium

    6 Steps to Improve Water Quality in Your Aquarium

    As a dedicated aquarist you want to keep your aquarium looking great with healthy fish, plants, corals and other aquatic species you’re keeping. If you’re like me, I’m always on the...
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  7. Types of Test Kits: Which one is Right for You?

    Types of Test Kits: Which one is Right for You?

    Testing your aquarium is one of the fundamental practices required to maintain a stable aquatic environment. Water testing allows you to see how well your aquarium is functioning. New aquarists often...
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  8. Testing Out the New Hanna PH Checker

    Testing Out the New Hanna PH Checker

    It has been a long time since Hanna released a new device that can be used by those of us in the Saltwater Aquarium community, but Hanna has announced a new Hanna Marine pH Checker HC (Handheld...
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