Knowledge & Backgrounds
Understand the biological and chemical connections in your reef aquarium.
Deep-Dive Marine Biology
Why is this section in German?
The articles in this section are deep-dives into complex biological and chemical topics (e.g., calcification processes, nutrient management). To ensure scientific accuracy and keep the information up-to-date without translation errors, the source material is maintained in the original language.
However, the knowledge is universal!
Below you can see which topics are available. You can access the German page and use your browser's translation feature to read everything in English.
Available Topics
Tank Start like a Pro
My proven method for a cheap, uncomplicated, and algae-free start of a new reef tank.
The Magic Triangle
Light, KH, and Phosphate: How these three factors control calcification and why balance matters more than single values.
Fragging & Growth Acceleration
The phenomenon of fragmentation and how it can boost coral growth by a factor of 10-50.
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