[Date Prev][Date Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Date Index][Thread Index]

KNO3

To: "'Aquatic-Plants Digest (E-mail)'" <aquatic-plants at actwin_com>
Subject: KNO3
From: "Dixon, Steven" <stdixon at bechtel_com>
Date: Fri, 28 Nov 1997 10:24:59 -0800

Kevin asked:  >>>I keep reading about adding nitrates to a tank and
people suggesting KNO3.
But, what is KNO3 and where can I get it?>>>

KNO3 is potassium nitrate.  You may be able to find it at your local
garden shop.  A grade of KNO3 suitable for aquarium use is sold as
"Cooke's Stump Remover"  According to Neil Frank 1/4 tsp of the stuff
added to 50 gal. of water will contribute 2.9 mg./l K+ and 4.5 mg./l
NO3, respectively.  Higher grades of KNO3 are available from chemical
suppliers.  One such supplier is Hach at:

http://www.hach.com/

Regards, Steve Dixon

Prev by Date: Brands of MH pendants
Next by Date: Plenum method
Prev by thread: Brands of MH pendants
Next by thread: Re: KNO3
Index(es):
- Date
- Thread