#AskBRStv Live: Redfield Ratio? Bare minimum tank? H2O change frequency?

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#AskBRStv Live: Redfield Ratio? Bare minimum tank? H2O change frequency?

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May 2, 2019

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This one we're ID-ing sponges, talking about RODI expectations, looking at the Redfield Ratio for nitrates and phosphates, and giving our input on what it takes for bare minimum saltwater tank. ***Streamed March 18, 2019***

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May 2, 2019

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