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Reef Chemistry Question of the Day #18
Most reef aquarists know that magnesium is important for maintaining calcium and alkalinity in a supersaturated state in seawater. That is, there is more calcium and carbonate in solution than "should" remain at equilibrium without precipitating calcium carbonate.
How does magnesium accomplish this role?
Good luck!
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Most reef aquarists know that magnesium is important for maintaining calcium and alkalinity in a supersaturated state in seawater. That is, there is more calcium and carbonate in solution than "should" remain at equilibrium without precipitating calcium carbonate.
How does magnesium accomplish this role?
Good luck!
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