Testing for Accumulated Nitrates in Aquarium Substrate.

3,781 views · Published 26 November 2015 · 16:34 · Indexed 29 September 2026

Channel: Dan Hiteshew · 2015 · Pets & Animals

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Here is another video in my continuing conversation about Nitrates in your Fish Tank. (Freshwater Aquarium)
In this video I explore the idea that Nitrates accumulate in the substrate and will only be significantly reduced if you do a thorough gravel vac along with a water change. 
Watch the video to see my findings.
I created this video with the YouTube Video Editor (https://www.youtube.com/editor)

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