gurumasta Senior Moron May 27, 2005 #1 is bio media in a canister filter a nitrate trap even though it is always submerged? im told yes, but then why is live rock not a trap as well? im told because it is more porous. just want outside opinions. thanks, derek
is bio media in a canister filter a nitrate trap even though it is always submerged? im told yes, but then why is live rock not a trap as well? im told because it is more porous. just want outside opinions. thanks, derek
T Triggerfish Non-member May 27, 2005 #3 i believe anything that is submerged or not that has the ability to accumulate detritus will eventually result in a NO3 buildup.
i believe anything that is submerged or not that has the ability to accumulate detritus will eventually result in a NO3 buildup.