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Aluminum - Al

Aluminum levels found in sea water are 0.001 ppm

Acceptable Aluminum levels in your aquarium are between 0.001 and 0.2 ppm 

Atomic Number: 13
Atomic Name: Aluminum
Atomic Symbol: Al
Sea Water Value: 0.001 ppm Specific Gravity: 2.6989

 

Aluminum levels in your aquarium:

Elevated Aluminum levels are detrimental to some marine organisms, especially soft corals.

Increased Aluminum levels can be caused by corroding components around the aquarium, food and chemical additives. The most likely culprit is a phosphate-binding agent used improperly or in excess.

To reduce the Aluminum levels in your aquarium; perform a 30% water change using a quality sea salt and closely follow the phosphate binding agent instructions. You may also wish to do some research as to which products have a low aluminum leachate.

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