[APD] Re: Ozone

[Bill Wichers <billw at waveform_net>]

> I just heard that Ozone can be used to kill algae...does anybody has the
> details?
>
> TOny

Ozone can probably kill algae, it can kill just about anything... Ozone 
(O3) is a *very* potent oxidizer and will eventually destroy most plastics 
and metals in high enough concentrations over a period of time. I know the 
marine guys like to use it as a water purifier, but I don't think it is 
going to be particularly useful in a planted tank -- you are too likely to 
kill things you want to keep alive. Plus, the ozone generators I've seen 
are fairly expensive and are finicky in terms of maintenance.

For basic algae control you'll be better off following the methods 
discussed on the list in regards to water chemistry and fertilizer regimen, 
and using some algae-eating fish like the famous SAEs and Otocinclus.

     -Bill


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