Dear Dr. Randy Holmes-Farley,
I am currently using your 2-part recipe to supplement calcium and alkalinity in my tank. However, I’m wondering if it’s possible to modify the formula to dose calcium and KH in a 1:1 molar ratio.
From my understanding, when corals and other organisms utilize calcium and alkalinity to build their skeletons as calcium carbonate (CaCO3), the consumption occurs in a 1:1 molar ratio. Please correct me if my understanding is inaccurate.
My goal is to maintain a balanced addition of calcium and carbonate, ensuring that neither component becomes deficient over time. I understand that the current ratio is designed to match coral consumption, but I’d like to know if making this adjustment could lead to any chemical imbalances or long-term issues for the system.
I’d greatly appreciate your insights!
Best regards,
I am currently using your 2-part recipe to supplement calcium and alkalinity in my tank. However, I’m wondering if it’s possible to modify the formula to dose calcium and KH in a 1:1 molar ratio.
From my understanding, when corals and other organisms utilize calcium and alkalinity to build their skeletons as calcium carbonate (CaCO3), the consumption occurs in a 1:1 molar ratio. Please correct me if my understanding is inaccurate.
My goal is to maintain a balanced addition of calcium and carbonate, ensuring that neither component becomes deficient over time. I understand that the current ratio is designed to match coral consumption, but I’d like to know if making this adjustment could lead to any chemical imbalances or long-term issues for the system.
I’d greatly appreciate your insights!
Best regards,