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Aquariums have the power to transport those who may never have the opportunity to see the incredible beauty of life under the sea, to a place of wonder and beauty. Therefore, a well-kept tank which is filled with as much of the nature surroundings and species of a reef as possible, can permit a stunning trip into a world of incredible diversity, color, shape, and variety. A good reef aquarium is indeed something to be valued and sought after. Live rocks can be a wonderful addition to the underwater ecosystem which you create.
A live rock is simply a rock. However, it is what lives on the rock that makes it a living rock. There are both macro-organisms and micro-organisms that digest the waste of fish and other animals which vital to the ecosystem and therefore can be a great addition to the aquarium. However, it is not just about taking a rock and putting in the aquarium and hoping it works. There is a process that needs to be understood and followed to make sure that the benefits for the aquarium and the live rock are the best they can be.
The process for curing a live rock is very simple but this important step must be done carefully. Otherwise, there could be a rise in the level of ammonia in the tank that would hurt the fish or possibly kill them. The first step in curing the rock is to choose a container which will be large enough to hold the rock you wish to cure.
Then, fill the container with saltwater. Next, place a heater and water pump in the 'tank' to provide good temperature and circulation control. As the water reaches the proper temperature, take the heater out and as well as half of the water. Then take the rock and clean it thoroughly being careful to remove as much of the loose organisms and debris as possible by stirring the rock in saltwater in a separate bucket.
Take the now clean rock and put it in the water already prepared. Install the heater and pump once more and let nature take its course. The whole process is finished when the ammonia scent is no longer present and the ammonia level in the water is absolutely zero.
At this juncture, it is now safe to put the rock into the aquarium and let Nature do her work with a perfectly natural filtering system thanks to a living rock.
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