Learning algae control

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Still learning how to control the algae
 
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Only three possibilities, IMM, tank is immature, light intensity and/or incorrect spectrum, nutrients either non-existent or out of balance in terms of N and P.

Any combination of those favor pest algae.

It would be interesting to know what your parameters are.
 

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