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09-15-2007, 09:58 PM
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Shark
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Salifert test kit question
Ok, so I bought some used salifert test kits from a guy, and it came with Mg, pH, Ca, kH, Nitrite. anyhow, The Magnesium test doesn't have the scoop for the powder. My question is, is it the same size scoop as in the calcium test kit? If so, man my magnesium is low.
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09-15-2007, 10:02 PM
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It looks the same. I can weigh it out in mg if you want, but eye balling it, it sure looks the same 
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09-16-2007, 08:08 AM
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Shark
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jasontkd
Ok, so I bought some used salifert test kits from a guy, and it came with Mg, pH, Ca, kH, Nitrite. anyhow, The Magnesium test doesn't have the scoop for the powder. My question is, is it the same size scoop as in the calcium test kit? If so, man my magnesium is low. |
yes same scoop!
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09-16-2007, 08:15 AM
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Eat more PIE
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Magnesium is usually low unless you monitor it closely.
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09-16-2007, 09:23 AM
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Shark
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well, I tested my aquarium last night and got a reading of 700. I am about to do a water change, and have my new water mixed up. I tested the new water and it read 660. is this normal?
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09-16-2007, 11:10 AM
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Shark
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optimal magnesium is 1350 what kind of salt?? most salt has a mag level of around 1000 from what I have found, depending on the salt!
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09-16-2007, 04:16 PM
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Shark
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09-16-2007, 06:35 PM
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Shark
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any thoughts?
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