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11/11/2008, 12:06 AM
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Do moon lights contribute to algae growths?
I'm full of questions!
Mine run for a good long time will they contribute to algae growths? I have bad diatoms |
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11/11/2008, 12:14 AM
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Short answer no.
Lights in general will only contribute to algae growths if there are enough excess nutrients available.
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11/11/2008, 01:27 AM
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If you over feed & add to the nutrients it can feed the algea. HOWEVER.....What is the timming of your lights
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11/11/2008, 01:57 AM
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Your moons will have no affect on the algea growth.
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11/11/2008, 10:52 AM
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good, mine run from the time the tank shut off to the time the sun comes up
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