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12/14/2009, 01:15 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Denver
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Tank suppliments
Have you used an adative to encorage your corals color up a bit more? If so let me know what you uses and any other details you would like to share. Also if you could provide before and after pics that would be great. Thanks
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Expect the worst and hope for the best! Current Tank Info: 75 gal display, 40 breeder sump. 1 Tunze 6105, 1 Maxi Jet mod, octopuss nw 200, 618 GEO calcium reactor, 2 250w mh icecap pendant with icecap ballast, pheonix bulbs, with 4 t5 VHO actinic |
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12/14/2009, 01:27 PM
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Reef Chemist
 
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Arlington, Massachusetts
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One theory about certain coral colors is that many such methods simply serve to starve (ULNS systems) or kill (trace metal additives) or stress zoox so their numbers are lower in corals. Since they are golden brown, reducing them "brightens" some corals. That doesn't necessarily seem like a good idea me, but some like to do it. One you have such a "starved" coral, adding back certain nutrients may make them healthier and may improve their color further.
I discuss additives in general here: The “How To” Guide to Reef Aquarium Chemistry for Beginners, Part 2: What Chemicals Must be Supplemented http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2007-04/rhf/index.php
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