I would like some feedback on what I have come to understand about these three, and optimum levels of each in a reef aquarium.
I have been advised by a local coral farmer the following:
Keep salinity lower. 1.022-1.024. This allows Alk to remain on the higher end (10-12) which promotes faster coral growth. Having Alk higher also gives the hobbyist a time buffer if Alk slowly drops. Higher Alk will also lower CA, but having higher sustainable Alk levels is more important.
Do this jive with anyone?
I have been advised by a local coral farmer the following:
Keep salinity lower. 1.022-1.024. This allows Alk to remain on the higher end (10-12) which promotes faster coral growth. Having Alk higher also gives the hobbyist a time buffer if Alk slowly drops. Higher Alk will also lower CA, but having higher sustainable Alk levels is more important.
Do this jive with anyone?