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Elaine T wrote: Steve, ALL fishfood has phosphorus and nitrogen, whether it's plant or animal based. Phosphorus is an essential component of DNA, RNA, cell membranes, and the cell's energy systems, and nitrogen comes from protein. If you're worried, first follow Richard's advice and stop all phosphate. Personally, with nitrates between 5 and 20, I'd stop dosing that as well because you're also adding nitrate to the tank with your fishfood. See how your plants do for a few weeks after Richard's water change regime with no added N or P. If your nitrate actually zeros out, you might add some back. Wait a few weeks more and if you still feel an irresistable urge to add P, add a fraction of what you were and be prepared to change lots of water at the first signs of increased algae growth. k. (thanks for taking time to reply) After the blackout and massive water changes, I'll let the thing stabilize a bit and see where the nitrates stand. Maybe I got a little too agressive with my dosing, thinking I as some kind 'o plant king. steve |
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