Editing Calcium carbonate
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− | It is used in aquariums as a | + | It is used in aquariums as a principle method to increase the general hardness ([[GH]]) of the water (and to a degree [[KH]]). Many plants, aquatic species require a level of hardness in the water to build their bones and external body parts. |
For example aquatic [[snails]] need a [[GH]] of at least {{d|8|10}} to stop their outer casing from dissolving into the water and killing the animal. | For example aquatic [[snails]] need a [[GH]] of at least {{d|8|10}} to stop their outer casing from dissolving into the water and killing the animal. | ||