Benefits of KZ coral snow (CACO3)

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What are the benefits of dosing CACO3 to a reef tank? What is the purpose of it?
 

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It neutralizes the yellowing of tank water and diminishes unwanted acids within the tank thereby preventing slime algae and in some cases even cyano based on its biological capabilities.
 

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I know it's a flocculent...but more details on how it actually works would be great.
 
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I know it's a flocculent...but more details on how it actually works would be great.
I agree. I like to dose it because it makes my tank so clear. It feels like I had a tank refresh every time.

I mainly got it to remove tiny particles (unidentified). I think it’s sand particles or detritus. All I know is that it comes from the bottom of the tank when stirred.

I’ve read posts about this product clearing waste and organics from coral flesh. Something about corals having extreme polyp extension after dosing.

I would definitely be interested in learning the science behind this compound (CACO3).
 

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It works like GAC, binding organics to the mineral surface. It may also flocculate (binding organics between 2 or more particles to speed settling out), but that's isn't required for action of a material that settles out anyway.
 

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