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Zeolite 850g w/mesh

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Zeolite is a natural crystallized mineral of volcanic rock, that acts as an aquarium filter media by using ion exchange to absorb and remove ammonia and heavy metals from freshwater tanks. It is particularly useful for quickly reducing dangerous ammonia spikes from fish waste and uneaten food, but it is not a permanent solution as it becomes saturated and must be replaced.

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Zeolite, also known as sodium aluminum silicate, has a complex, porous structure with a large surface area. It binds ammonia and ammonium ions from the water, releasing sodium ions in exchange. This ion exchange process effectively removes toxic ammonia, which is harmful to fish and other aquatic life. It can also absorb other undesirable substances and heavy metals.

The most popular application of zeolites - is the absorption of toxins, heavy metals, molds and bad odors. The honeycomb structure of the zeolite rock allows the hard substance to absorb a large number of molecules of gas, moisture and many chemicals. The natural mineral has also proven its efficacy against heavy metals and other substances such as: radioactive gases, bacterial odors, formaldehyde, sulfur dioxide, mercury, lead, ammonia, chlorine and nitrogen molecules etc. Zeolite can bind the above substances, thereby normalizing the biological composition of the water. Due to Zeolite, the water pH of is stabilizing, phenols and heavy metals are bound. Reduction of ammonia prevents algae excessive growth.

Usage: Zeolite is best used to address sudden increases in ammonia, such as during a new aquarium cycle or when there's a high bioload. Clinoptilolite zeolites are adapted for use in various filters as top filter, external filter, hang-on-back filters and submersible filter pump, or just to spread onto bottom substrate. By actively absorbing ammonia it improves the biological balance in the aquarium. High concentrations of ammonium contamination are considered to be a concentration of 1 milligram per liter. 1 kilogram of natural zeolite is enough to absorb 3-5 grams of ammonium. The optimal dose is the use of 1 kilogram of natural zeolite per 1 cubic meter of water or 1 gram per 1 liter.
Zeolite is not recommended as a regular, long-term filtration media because it becomes saturated and ineffectual once its binding sites are filled.

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Origin
China
Weight
850g

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