Aquarium Chemistry
Chemistry And The Aquarium: Solutions To pH Problems
This article provides a series of solutions to common pH problems in aquaria, and should permit most aquarists to diagnose and solve the pH problems that may arise in their own tanks.
Chemistry And The Aquarium: The Relationship Between Alkalinity And pH
Randy answers many questions in this complex relationship.
Aquarium Chemistry: The Chemical and Biochemical Mechanisms of Calcification
All reef aquarists are versed in the fact that such organisms remove calcium and carbonate from the water column in order to provide materials for calcification. Exactly how calcification takes place, however, is rarely considered.
Chemistry and the Aquarium: Calcium
Randy discusses calcium and its role in helping maintain a healthy marine aquarium.
Chemistry and the Aquarium: What is Alkalinity?
Randy provides an overview of alkalinity as to why it's important, how it's measured, and how can it be tested.
Feature Article: Lighting the Reef Aquarium - Spectrum or Intensity?
This month Dana and Miguel discuss the importance of spectrum and intensity of aquarium lighting.
Chemistry and the Aquarium: Specific Gravity: Oh How Complicated!
This month, Randy explains and reviews specific gravity.
Feature Aquarium: The Aquarium of Minh Nguyen
Minh Nguyen shares his tank setup and maintenance with us.
