What type of aquarium filter should i buy?
Q. I am going to buy a 10 gallon aquarium and put a chinese algae eater, 2 male swordtails, 1 male and 1 female dwarf gourmis, an albino rainbow shark, and 2 nerite snails. The aquarium will have a 5 inch bubble stone and a 15 gallon air pump. The aquarium will be heated to 78 degrees. There will be no live plants. I am leaning towards getting an aqua-tech 5-15 gallon box filter, but im not sure. I have heard alot of good things about bio-wheels. Im completely lost over wut kind of filter i should have. You guys always like specifics, hope that was specific enough, lol. Thanks for any answers!
Asked by you_broked_by_ugly_stick_bitch - Wed Jul 25 14:14:04 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Aqua-tech filter should be fine,they are just a cheap filter but I have one in with my cichlids and it works well.The only problem with them I find is there is no flow regulator to turn down the current which I like when I am keeping bettas.Make sure what ever filter you decide on the cartridges are easy to get in your area.
Answered by Jackp1ne - Wed Jul 25 16:24:48 2007
Q. I am going to buy a 10 gallon aquarium and put a chinese algae eater, 2 male swordtails, 1 male and 1 female dwarf gourmis, an albino rainbow shark, and 2 nerite snails. The aquarium will have a 5 inch bubble stone and a 15 gallon air pump. The aquarium will be heated to 78 degrees. There will be no live plants. I am leaning towards getting an aqua-tech 5-15 gallon box filter, but im not sure. I have heard alot of good things about bio-wheels. Im completely lost over wut kind of filter i should have. You guys always like specifics, hope that was specific enough, lol. Thanks for any answers!
Asked by you_broked_by_ugly_stick_bitch - Wed Jul 25 14:14:04 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Aqua-tech filter should be fine,they are just a cheap filter but I have one in with my cichlids and it works well.The only problem with them I find is there is no flow regulator to turn down the current which I like when I am keeping bettas.Make sure what ever filter you decide on the cartridges are easy to get in your area.
Answered by Jackp1ne - Wed Jul 25 16:24:48 2007
How do I start aquarium plants from seeds?
Q. We just bought a beta fish for our daughter. I got a package of 3 aquarium plant seeds from the store as well. However, it didn't have any starting instructions? do I plop the seeds in the water? do I plant it in the rocks in the aquarium? do I start it in dirt? I have no idea..Our sons friends said to put the seed in the aquarium and it would sprout roots--its been a week- we are changing the water.The beta is fine the seed... not so fine. thank you-- whats a "substrate"?
Asked by Tory & SuzAnne S - Wed Jun 17 11:08:31 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. ok substrate is what is at the bottom of your tank... such as gravel or sand( i use fluorite). what i learned to do was to take the seeds and plant them halfway in the substrate so that they don't float, most of the seeds will be duds but some will grow to be very nice. hope this helps.
Answered by chris9tian1 - Fri Jun 19 16:38:25 2009
Q. We just bought a beta fish for our daughter. I got a package of 3 aquarium plant seeds from the store as well. However, it didn't have any starting instructions? do I plop the seeds in the water? do I plant it in the rocks in the aquarium? do I start it in dirt? I have no idea..Our sons friends said to put the seed in the aquarium and it would sprout roots--its been a week- we are changing the water.The beta is fine the seed... not so fine. thank you-- whats a "substrate"?
Asked by Tory & SuzAnne S - Wed Jun 17 11:08:31 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. ok substrate is what is at the bottom of your tank... such as gravel or sand( i use fluorite). what i learned to do was to take the seeds and plant them halfway in the substrate so that they don't float, most of the seeds will be duds but some will grow to be very nice. hope this helps.
Answered by chris9tian1 - Fri Jun 19 16:38:25 2009
Is old freshwater aquarium water good for houseplants?
Q. I have an established freshwater aquarium. When I do water changes, I want to be frugal and use the water to water my plants. Is this a good idea? The old aquarium water has nitrates and some nitrites and is Ph balanced. There is also some diluted salts in it.
Asked by Deneen - Mon Sep 3 11:43:53 2007 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Sure, as long as you don't have copper or zinc salts... those tend to be pretty tough on plants at low concentrations.
Answered by kay - Mon Sep 3 21:44:06 2007
Q. I have an established freshwater aquarium. When I do water changes, I want to be frugal and use the water to water my plants. Is this a good idea? The old aquarium water has nitrates and some nitrites and is Ph balanced. There is also some diluted salts in it.
Asked by Deneen - Mon Sep 3 11:43:53 2007 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Sure, as long as you don't have copper or zinc salts... those tend to be pretty tough on plants at low concentrations.
Answered by kay - Mon Sep 3 21:44:06 2007
Exactly what size aquarium will I need to host a channel catfish?
Q. I've already asked if a channel catfish could survive in an aquarium. And people said yes, but I need a big aquarium. Exactly what size should I invest in? Thanks for the help.
Asked by soccerman4 - Fri Aug 4 21:18:14 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Pond size
Answered by Gartenzwerg - Fri Aug 4 21:48:28 2006
Q. I've already asked if a channel catfish could survive in an aquarium. And people said yes, but I need a big aquarium. Exactly what size should I invest in? Thanks for the help.
Asked by soccerman4 - Fri Aug 4 21:18:14 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Pond size
Answered by Gartenzwerg - Fri Aug 4 21:48:28 2006
How do you convert a saltwater aquarium to a freshwater aquarium?
Q. I recently purchased an aquarium from somebody that was using it as a saltwater aquarium. It is very dirty and has salt caked all over it. I need to clean off all the algae and salt. Do I just use water and a scrubber or is there more to it? I read somewhere to use vinegar, anyone ever heard of this? Also what is a protein scimmer? The tank came with all types of stuff that I'm not familiar with. Can I keep any of the decor that was in the tank if I rinse it off? Thanks for any advice you can give. I already have 5 fancy tailed goldfish and 2 small catfish in my other tank that I plan on transferring into this tank. The decor is mostly rocks and fake plants. I removed all of the old gravel because I want to use the rocks that I had in my… [cont.]
Asked by wtf - Tue Aug 15 09:40:25 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Vinegar and water will be fine to scrub off the inside of the tank. Don't use your regular algae scrubber though. Use something disposable so you can just toss all the germs and grime away. Soak all decor in a diluted bleach solution for a while to get rid of the diseases that may be present. A protein skimmer removes organic materials from saltwater aquariums and are not needed to create a freshwater environment for your fish. Good move not using the old gravel, you don't want bacteria in your newly set up tank from the old fish. I'm actually surprised that there was any gravel as sand is a more popular substrate for saltwater tanks. What type of filter did your new tank come with. You need to do some research on this filter because it… [cont.]
Answered by clj2791 - Tue Aug 15 13:38:42 2006
Q. I recently purchased an aquarium from somebody that was using it as a saltwater aquarium. It is very dirty and has salt caked all over it. I need to clean off all the algae and salt. Do I just use water and a scrubber or is there more to it? I read somewhere to use vinegar, anyone ever heard of this? Also what is a protein scimmer? The tank came with all types of stuff that I'm not familiar with. Can I keep any of the decor that was in the tank if I rinse it off? Thanks for any advice you can give. I already have 5 fancy tailed goldfish and 2 small catfish in my other tank that I plan on transferring into this tank. The decor is mostly rocks and fake plants. I removed all of the old gravel because I want to use the rocks that I had in my… [cont.]
Asked by wtf - Tue Aug 15 09:40:25 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Vinegar and water will be fine to scrub off the inside of the tank. Don't use your regular algae scrubber though. Use something disposable so you can just toss all the germs and grime away. Soak all decor in a diluted bleach solution for a while to get rid of the diseases that may be present. A protein skimmer removes organic materials from saltwater aquariums and are not needed to create a freshwater environment for your fish. Good move not using the old gravel, you don't want bacteria in your newly set up tank from the old fish. I'm actually surprised that there was any gravel as sand is a more popular substrate for saltwater tanks. What type of filter did your new tank come with. You need to do some research on this filter because it… [cont.]
Answered by clj2791 - Tue Aug 15 13:38:42 2006
How often should my aquarium light be on?
Q. I have 4 angelfish, 3 bala sharks and a pleco and was wondering about the aquarium light. I have heard varying reasons to have the light on or off, so are there any real guidelines to running the aquarium light? The tank is in a moderate light area (Some sunlight from across the room, but no windows near by). Thanks!!
Asked by flapanthers2000 - Wed Sep 17 13:25:32 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most tropical fish prefer equal amounts of light since the are located near the equator. I have mine set on a timer for 12 hours per day.
Answered by Rudy - Wed Sep 17 13:31:35 2008
Q. I have 4 angelfish, 3 bala sharks and a pleco and was wondering about the aquarium light. I have heard varying reasons to have the light on or off, so are there any real guidelines to running the aquarium light? The tank is in a moderate light area (Some sunlight from across the room, but no windows near by). Thanks!!
Asked by flapanthers2000 - Wed Sep 17 13:25:32 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most tropical fish prefer equal amounts of light since the are located near the equator. I have mine set on a timer for 12 hours per day.
Answered by Rudy - Wed Sep 17 13:31:35 2008
How much aquarium salt to add to Betta tank?
Q. I have a 10 gallon tank with one betta, four mollies & two golden mystery snails. I have read that both bettas & mollies like a small amount of aquarium salt in their water. Will this also agree with the snails? If so, how much salt do I add?
Asked by MJF - Sat Dec 8 23:35:03 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Your Mollies and Bettas would appreciate a bit of salt, however your snails will not. Leave it out. It's not necessary.
Answered by FishStory - Sat Dec 8 23:46:21 2007
Q. I have a 10 gallon tank with one betta, four mollies & two golden mystery snails. I have read that both bettas & mollies like a small amount of aquarium salt in their water. Will this also agree with the snails? If so, how much salt do I add?
Asked by MJF - Sat Dec 8 23:35:03 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Your Mollies and Bettas would appreciate a bit of salt, however your snails will not. Leave it out. It's not necessary.
Answered by FishStory - Sat Dec 8 23:46:21 2007
What would be the best biotope for my 10 gallon aquarium?
Q. I would like to have a biotope for my aquarium. What kind of biotope would be the best for my fish and plants? Inhabitans: Betta, Platy, Neon Tetras and Cory Plants: Amazon Swordplant, Cryptocoryne wendtiim Cryptocoryne willisi and Java Moss. What would be the best biotop to create in my aquarium?
Asked by C#R!$ - Thu Dec 20 18:07:39 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Wow, aqua, tetras and cory cats CAN be kept in a 10 gallon. I know you told Soop that they are sensitive to water quality, but they aren't THAT sensitive. I have 4 Neon Tetras in my 10 gallon, and they are NOT dying at all. 1 betta, 1 platy, 1 neon tetra, or 1 cory cat will NOT overstock his tank. You need to stop listening to every single thing that www.peteducation.com says. Anyway, Chris, back to your question. I agree with others to make the tank an Amazon Themed Biotope. Like our discussion on fishlesscycling.com, you could get fish from the Amazon, but the plants can be from around the world. That will give the tank a nice exotic look. Maybe upgrade your schools of Neon Tetras to 5+ and Cory Cats to 4+. As for planting/aquascaping,… [cont.]
Answered by ZooTycoonMaster - Fri Dec 21 01:47:17 2007
Q. I would like to have a biotope for my aquarium. What kind of biotope would be the best for my fish and plants? Inhabitans: Betta, Platy, Neon Tetras and Cory Plants: Amazon Swordplant, Cryptocoryne wendtiim Cryptocoryne willisi and Java Moss. What would be the best biotop to create in my aquarium?
Asked by C#R!$ - Thu Dec 20 18:07:39 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Wow, aqua, tetras and cory cats CAN be kept in a 10 gallon. I know you told Soop that they are sensitive to water quality, but they aren't THAT sensitive. I have 4 Neon Tetras in my 10 gallon, and they are NOT dying at all. 1 betta, 1 platy, 1 neon tetra, or 1 cory cat will NOT overstock his tank. You need to stop listening to every single thing that www.peteducation.com says. Anyway, Chris, back to your question. I agree with others to make the tank an Amazon Themed Biotope. Like our discussion on fishlesscycling.com, you could get fish from the Amazon, but the plants can be from around the world. That will give the tank a nice exotic look. Maybe upgrade your schools of Neon Tetras to 5+ and Cory Cats to 4+. As for planting/aquascaping,… [cont.]
Answered by ZooTycoonMaster - Fri Dec 21 01:47:17 2007
How do I clean the aquarium after the fish dies?
Q. My betta fish just died this morning. The aquarium really stinks and I was wondering how do you clean the aquarium. Is there anything that you use to clean?
Asked by winnie_pooh_bear28 - Sun Feb 15 17:20:31 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Once you have emptied your tank, get a bucket of hot water and mix it with aquarium salt (or just table salt) and use an algae scrubber pad (both you can get from your pet store) to clean the glass really well. A one-pound box of aquarium salt is very inexpensive. Salt does not change the pH of water. It also does not change the hardness, but it's still best to give the tank a good rinse before introducing new fish. You could also use bleach to sterilize the aquarium and accessories that were in the tank ... just remember that both must be rinsed very well multiple times, and when you fill your tank, ensure you add dechlorinator or chlorine remover (chemical additive that neutralizes chlorine) to ensure all the bleach is removed. … [cont.]
Answered by Eddie C - Wed Feb 18 22:39:25 2009
Q. My betta fish just died this morning. The aquarium really stinks and I was wondering how do you clean the aquarium. Is there anything that you use to clean?
Asked by winnie_pooh_bear28 - Sun Feb 15 17:20:31 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Once you have emptied your tank, get a bucket of hot water and mix it with aquarium salt (or just table salt) and use an algae scrubber pad (both you can get from your pet store) to clean the glass really well. A one-pound box of aquarium salt is very inexpensive. Salt does not change the pH of water. It also does not change the hardness, but it's still best to give the tank a good rinse before introducing new fish. You could also use bleach to sterilize the aquarium and accessories that were in the tank ... just remember that both must be rinsed very well multiple times, and when you fill your tank, ensure you add dechlorinator or chlorine remover (chemical additive that neutralizes chlorine) to ensure all the bleach is removed. … [cont.]
Answered by Eddie C - Wed Feb 18 22:39:25 2009
On a aquarium, were do the intake and outtake part of the filter go when you have a full cover?
Q. Right now I have a 55 gallon aquarium, with a large Marineland, hang on filter. The problem is that I have lets say, a top that was meant for a 35 gallon. I'm planning to buy the whole 55 gallon hood, but I'm wondering, on full hoods were does the intake and out take part of the filter go?
Asked by Nathaniel - Tue Jan 19 20:52:19 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. On full hoods, there are sections along the back you can cut out to allow space for filters and other equipment.
Answered by DanielC - Tue Jan 19 21:03:18 2010
Q. Right now I have a 55 gallon aquarium, with a large Marineland, hang on filter. The problem is that I have lets say, a top that was meant for a 35 gallon. I'm planning to buy the whole 55 gallon hood, but I'm wondering, on full hoods were does the intake and out take part of the filter go?
Asked by Nathaniel - Tue Jan 19 20:52:19 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. On full hoods, there are sections along the back you can cut out to allow space for filters and other equipment.
Answered by DanielC - Tue Jan 19 21:03:18 2010
What equipment is needed for a saltwater aquarium?
Q. I have a freshwater aquarium right now and would like to switch it eventually to a small saltwater aquarium. My tank is 10 gallons so I was planning on only getting one clown fish with a starfish or shrimp. I have a heater, an out of the tank filter, and thermometer. Is a protein skimmer and an air pump also necessary? Also my tank light is quite old and doesn't have the wattage on it, so should i assume that I would need to upgrade the cover on my aquarium?
Asked by anonymous - Sun Mar 15 19:17:21 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. a 10 gallon saltwater are for experts, beginners shouldnt start with smaller tanks because the smaller you go the harder it will be, as a 10 gallon will have water parameters that litteray will chan ge daily. You wont need a protein skimmer on a 10 gallon but they have nano ones that are better than nothing. Even though a single clownfish in a 10 gallon isnt much, the water parameters will kill most beginner saltwater keepers.
Answered by Chris4Reef - Sun Mar 15 19:34:33 2009
Q. I have a freshwater aquarium right now and would like to switch it eventually to a small saltwater aquarium. My tank is 10 gallons so I was planning on only getting one clown fish with a starfish or shrimp. I have a heater, an out of the tank filter, and thermometer. Is a protein skimmer and an air pump also necessary? Also my tank light is quite old and doesn't have the wattage on it, so should i assume that I would need to upgrade the cover on my aquarium?
Asked by anonymous - Sun Mar 15 19:17:21 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. a 10 gallon saltwater are for experts, beginners shouldnt start with smaller tanks because the smaller you go the harder it will be, as a 10 gallon will have water parameters that litteray will chan ge daily. You wont need a protein skimmer on a 10 gallon but they have nano ones that are better than nothing. Even though a single clownfish in a 10 gallon isnt much, the water parameters will kill most beginner saltwater keepers.
Answered by Chris4Reef - Sun Mar 15 19:34:33 2009
What causes my aquarium water to turn pink?
Q. The water in my outdoor aquarium looks like someone poured a cup of fruit punch in it. It's pink. I clean it change the water and everything, but eventually it starts to turn pink again. I have four goldfish in it.
Asked by meapai - Tue Mar 7 21:15:26 2006 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. do you have red rocks? alot of times red rocks (poly resin) that has been dyed will bleed color if faulty or if old. if not it is possible that you have red algae growing in your water. Plants will help, water plants and shade plants along the outside of the tank/pond. also after a partial water change add a chemical algae deteriant, like "no more algae" by jungle or "algae destroyer" by API. These chemicals will be deluted as it rains or if you add water to your Aquarium/pond? So you will have to add more of the chemical. There is another alternate, depending on your pump for your tank/Pond? A uv sterilizer will take out the algae as your water is processed threw your filter pump. Check out petsolutions.com or dr fosters and smith.com to… [cont.]
Answered by talisy77 - Tue Mar 7 22:55:23 2006
Q. The water in my outdoor aquarium looks like someone poured a cup of fruit punch in it. It's pink. I clean it change the water and everything, but eventually it starts to turn pink again. I have four goldfish in it.
Asked by meapai - Tue Mar 7 21:15:26 2006 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. do you have red rocks? alot of times red rocks (poly resin) that has been dyed will bleed color if faulty or if old. if not it is possible that you have red algae growing in your water. Plants will help, water plants and shade plants along the outside of the tank/pond. also after a partial water change add a chemical algae deteriant, like "no more algae" by jungle or "algae destroyer" by API. These chemicals will be deluted as it rains or if you add water to your Aquarium/pond? So you will have to add more of the chemical. There is another alternate, depending on your pump for your tank/Pond? A uv sterilizer will take out the algae as your water is processed threw your filter pump. Check out petsolutions.com or dr fosters and smith.com to… [cont.]
Answered by talisy77 - Tue Mar 7 22:55:23 2006
How to Care for a Saltwater Aquarium?
Q. I love saltwater fish and really want to get a saltwater aquarium. I have no idea how to care for one though. I don't even know how to set it up. I'd really appreciate if anyone can give me some advice on how to care for a saltwater aquarium, how to set one up, what supplies I will need, etc... I really appreciate it. Thanks.
Asked by Aleasha C - Thu Jul 10 14:09:46 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This site is probably the best site for setting up a saltwater aquarium because it's simple, yet it goes into a bit more depth than others. I used it to set up my saltwater aquarium, and mine has had no causalities so far. Good Luck! I Hope This Helped :) (Btw, you may want to reread my question, there has been an edit ;) )
Answered by Jordan - Thu Jul 10 14:27:54 2008
Q. I love saltwater fish and really want to get a saltwater aquarium. I have no idea how to care for one though. I don't even know how to set it up. I'd really appreciate if anyone can give me some advice on how to care for a saltwater aquarium, how to set one up, what supplies I will need, etc... I really appreciate it. Thanks.
Asked by Aleasha C - Thu Jul 10 14:09:46 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This site is probably the best site for setting up a saltwater aquarium because it's simple, yet it goes into a bit more depth than others. I used it to set up my saltwater aquarium, and mine has had no causalities so far. Good Luck! I Hope This Helped :) (Btw, you may want to reread my question, there has been an edit ;) )
Answered by Jordan - Thu Jul 10 14:27:54 2008
What kind of aquarium do you need for sea horses?
Q. I just love those little fellas, they are my favorite, aquatic creature. Has anyone here tried keeping them in an aquarium? What's that like? Do they do well in captivity?
Asked by Chaco-Yekke Downyonder - Wed Jun 11 21:13:59 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The tank setup you will need will depend on the variety of seahorse you get. Some do best in as small as 3-5 gallons while others need larger depending on their size. You don't want too large, as it can become difficult for them to find food (although you can always spot-feed with a baster). A larger tank is easier to maintain their water quality, but it can be more difficult to see small seahorses in an oversized tank. They aren't the easiest of animals to keep, particularly if you've never had a marine tank before. I would suggest starting with other marine fish to get about a year's experience before you try seahorses. And the seahorses will do better if kept in a species tank with just other seahorse (or pipefish) and slower-movin [cont.]
Answered by copperhead - Wed Jun 11 21:35:57 2008
Q. I just love those little fellas, they are my favorite, aquatic creature. Has anyone here tried keeping them in an aquarium? What's that like? Do they do well in captivity?
Asked by Chaco-Yekke Downyonder - Wed Jun 11 21:13:59 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The tank setup you will need will depend on the variety of seahorse you get. Some do best in as small as 3-5 gallons while others need larger depending on their size. You don't want too large, as it can become difficult for them to find food (although you can always spot-feed with a baster). A larger tank is easier to maintain their water quality, but it can be more difficult to see small seahorses in an oversized tank. They aren't the easiest of animals to keep, particularly if you've never had a marine tank before. I would suggest starting with other marine fish to get about a year's experience before you try seahorses. And the seahorses will do better if kept in a species tank with just other seahorse (or pipefish) and slower-movin [cont.]
Answered by copperhead - Wed Jun 11 21:35:57 2008
What keeps an aquarium wet dry filter from overflowing?
Q. I want to add a wet dry filter to my aquarium, how is the flow regulated? i have a 390 gph pump, how do i get the water coming out at exactly 390gph?
Asked by Steven T - Mon Jan 26 12:54:39 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. you do not worry about getting the water out at any flow rate. The water will only flow out as fast as it is pumped in. If you buy a wet dry filter you need a overflow box if your tank does not have a build in overflow. Here is one that includes the overflow. It is a very good value IMO>
Answered by Frank M - Mon Jan 26 16:01:57 2009
Q. I want to add a wet dry filter to my aquarium, how is the flow regulated? i have a 390 gph pump, how do i get the water coming out at exactly 390gph?
Asked by Steven T - Mon Jan 26 12:54:39 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. you do not worry about getting the water out at any flow rate. The water will only flow out as fast as it is pumped in. If you buy a wet dry filter you need a overflow box if your tank does not have a build in overflow. Here is one that includes the overflow. It is a very good value IMO>
Answered by Frank M - Mon Jan 26 16:01:57 2009
What is an affordable and versatile aquarium controller to be used with fresh water stingrays?
Q. I would like something that will let me know the PH, ammonia/nitrites/nitrates , temperature and water level of my aquariums. Does anyone know of an aquarium controller that can simulate sunrise, sunset, moon cycles, waves, and that kind of thing? Thanks!
Asked by M T - Mon Nov 24 19:18:36 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are controllers and monitors that can do each of the things you want, but I don't know of any one device that does all of them. By the way, why do you want to create waves in a stingray tank? Freshwater stingrays are native to rivers, not the ocean. They have current but not waves in their natural habitat. Feshwater stingrays are rather difficult to keep healthy. Read as much as you can on them before you get one, and be sure you want to make that kind of commitment.
Answered by Gary C - Mon Nov 24 19:32:46 2008
Q. I would like something that will let me know the PH, ammonia/nitrites/nitrates , temperature and water level of my aquariums. Does anyone know of an aquarium controller that can simulate sunrise, sunset, moon cycles, waves, and that kind of thing? Thanks!
Asked by M T - Mon Nov 24 19:18:36 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are controllers and monitors that can do each of the things you want, but I don't know of any one device that does all of them. By the way, why do you want to create waves in a stingray tank? Freshwater stingrays are native to rivers, not the ocean. They have current but not waves in their natural habitat. Feshwater stingrays are rather difficult to keep healthy. Read as much as you can on them before you get one, and be sure you want to make that kind of commitment.
Answered by Gary C - Mon Nov 24 19:32:46 2008
What is the cost of a aquarium water test kit in Indian Rupees ?
Q. I have 3 ft aquarium and want to buy a 6 ft aquarium.
Asked by suman87 - Thu Jun 19 09:24:56 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It ranges from ($10 = 25 tests) Rs 400 to ($25 = 80 tests) Rs 1000.
Answered by abhishek parakh - Thu Jun 19 09:52:57 2008
Q. I have 3 ft aquarium and want to buy a 6 ft aquarium.
Asked by suman87 - Thu Jun 19 09:24:56 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It ranges from ($10 = 25 tests) Rs 400 to ($25 = 80 tests) Rs 1000.
Answered by abhishek parakh - Thu Jun 19 09:52:57 2008
Is there some way to measure an aquarium in order to deduct the gallons held?
Q. We have a couple of aquariums that there seem to be some questions about regarding size. Besides pouring in 30 or 40+ gallons of water, are there ways to measure the aquarium to determine the gallon size?
Asked by joyce g - Mon Mar 30 19:56:34 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Measure the length, width, and height in inches and scroll down to the bottom and put those figures in: Or just compare the measurements above to this one: .
Answered by tikitiki - Mon Mar 30 20:02:12 2009
Q. We have a couple of aquariums that there seem to be some questions about regarding size. Besides pouring in 30 or 40+ gallons of water, are there ways to measure the aquarium to determine the gallon size?
Asked by joyce g - Mon Mar 30 19:56:34 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Measure the length, width, and height in inches and scroll down to the bottom and put those figures in: Or just compare the measurements above to this one: .
Answered by tikitiki - Mon Mar 30 20:02:12 2009
How do you know the size of aquarium heaters?
Q. When I bought my 55gal aquarium off of craigslist it came with a small aquarium heater. I want to use it on my 10 gallon aquarium--because it seems like it's for 5-10 gallon aquariums, but I'm not sure. Is there any way to tell what size aquarium is the heater for? I don't know how to tell watts. I don't know the brand. I bought it from a real poor guy--they had to sell it. It is a nice heater, but is not made for a 55gal I'm sure.
Asked by Lizzii - Fri Mar 13 19:54:51 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How many watts? Brand? ~Without knowing wattage or brand it's impossible for me to tell you if it is appropriate for a ten gallon aquarium. How long is it?
Answered by Vulcan - Fri Mar 13 19:58:49 2009
Q. When I bought my 55gal aquarium off of craigslist it came with a small aquarium heater. I want to use it on my 10 gallon aquarium--because it seems like it's for 5-10 gallon aquariums, but I'm not sure. Is there any way to tell what size aquarium is the heater for? I don't know how to tell watts. I don't know the brand. I bought it from a real poor guy--they had to sell it. It is a nice heater, but is not made for a 55gal I'm sure.
Asked by Lizzii - Fri Mar 13 19:54:51 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How many watts? Brand? ~Without knowing wattage or brand it's impossible for me to tell you if it is appropriate for a ten gallon aquarium. How long is it?
Answered by Vulcan - Fri Mar 13 19:58:49 2009
What should be the length and width of the aquarium to minimize cost of materials, and what is the min cost?
Q. A rectangular aquarium is to be 4 ft high and have a volume of 88 cu ft. The base, ends, and back are to be made of slate which costs $1.35 sq/ft, and the front is to be made of special reinforced glass that costs $2.35 sq/ft. What should be the length and width of the aquarium to minimize the cost of materials, and what is the minimum cost to build the aquarium?
Asked by Changyeon L - Sat Oct 27 20:30:50 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Side width = x Front length = y Height = 4 Volume 4xy = 88 so 4y = 88/x Now cost: 2.35*Front area + 1.35*(2*Side Area + Back Area) 2.35*4y + 1.35*(2*4x+4y) = cost substitute 4y = 88/x 2.35*88/x + 1.35 * (8x+88/x) = cost take the derivative with respect to x for the change in cost with respect to x. my calculator says it's 10.8(x^2*30.1481481481)/x ^2 set that equal to zero for the min of the cost. That comes to about x=5.49. Sub that into your volume equation to get y = 4.01 and sub those both into your cost equation to get the total min cost at about $118.60. That's the idea.
Answered by Mikey - Sat Oct 27 20:59:42 2007
Q. A rectangular aquarium is to be 4 ft high and have a volume of 88 cu ft. The base, ends, and back are to be made of slate which costs $1.35 sq/ft, and the front is to be made of special reinforced glass that costs $2.35 sq/ft. What should be the length and width of the aquarium to minimize the cost of materials, and what is the minimum cost to build the aquarium?
Asked by Changyeon L - Sat Oct 27 20:30:50 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Side width = x Front length = y Height = 4 Volume 4xy = 88 so 4y = 88/x Now cost: 2.35*Front area + 1.35*(2*Side Area + Back Area) 2.35*4y + 1.35*(2*4x+4y) = cost substitute 4y = 88/x 2.35*88/x + 1.35 * (8x+88/x) = cost take the derivative with respect to x for the change in cost with respect to x. my calculator says it's 10.8(x^2*30.1481481481)/x ^2 set that equal to zero for the min of the cost. That comes to about x=5.49. Sub that into your volume equation to get y = 4.01 and sub those both into your cost equation to get the total min cost at about $118.60. That's the idea.
Answered by Mikey - Sat Oct 27 20:59:42 2007
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