Nick
Reefing newb
The following test results came after a weekly 20% water change on 10/18:
Specific Gravity: 1.026
pH: 8.2
Phosphates: .25
Ammonia: 0
Nitrates: 15
Nitrites: 0
Knowing when test results are within "normal parameters" isn't enough. I'd like to understand what these results mean.
As an example, why my Nitrates are at 15, just 4 days after a water change means something. What should I take away from that test result?
I'd like to know if anyone can direct me to sites/documentation/literature on water chemistry. I obsess over my water quality and test, probably more than necessary. But if I don't know what the results mean, how can I know what corrective action to take?
Thanks in advance.
Nick
Specific Gravity: 1.026
pH: 8.2
Phosphates: .25
Ammonia: 0
Nitrates: 15
Nitrites: 0
Knowing when test results are within "normal parameters" isn't enough. I'd like to understand what these results mean.
As an example, why my Nitrates are at 15, just 4 days after a water change means something. What should I take away from that test result?
I'd like to know if anyone can direct me to sites/documentation/literature on water chemistry. I obsess over my water quality and test, probably more than necessary. But if I don't know what the results mean, how can I know what corrective action to take?
Thanks in advance.
Nick