{"product_id":"red-sea-coral-colors-a-iodine-500ml","title":"Red Sea Coral Colors A Iodine 500ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Sea Coral Colors A Iodine 500ml\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sea Coral Colors A Iodine 500ml\u003c\/strong\u003e is a marine conditioner that replenishes the essential halogens in a reef aquarium to support coral health and reduce the risk of coral bleaching. It suits reef keepers who maintain soft corals or SPS corals and want a structured, test-based way to keep their Color Elements at optimal levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplenishes essential halogens in aquarium systems to support coral health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA complex of three halogens: Iodine, Bromine and Fluorine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe halogens act as both antioxidants and oxidative agents within the soft tissue and mucus layer of corals, reducing the possibility of coral bleaching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful where these elements run low: in inactive reef systems they are depleted quickly because of their high oxidative abilities and their reactivity with organic materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIodine and bromine are related to the pink chroma protein (pocciloporin).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosing is based on testing the Color Elements and topping each one back up to its optimal level. The routine depends on the type of coral you keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft corals (weekly dosing): test the Color Elements every week and dose each supplement to replenish it back to the optimal level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPS corals (daily dosing):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure all of the Color Elements are at optimal values, then run the aquarium for 4 days at a stable salinity without adding any supplements. Compensate for evaporation daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the end of the 4 days, test the Color Elements and calculate the 4-day dosage of each supplement needed to replenish it back to the optimal level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the 4-day dosage to the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the 4-day dosage by 4 and use the result as the daily dosage for the next week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter a week of daily dosing, test the Color Elements again and calculate the adjusting dosage of each supplement needed to restore the optimal level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the adjusting dosage is significantly different from the previous daily dosage, amend (increase or decrease) the daily dosage as appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the measured level of a specific element is above the optimal level, wait for the excess to be depleted before restarting daily supplementation with the amended daily dosage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep testing all of the elements every week and adjust the daily dosages as required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs your corals grow, or as you add or remove livestock, the uptake of these elements in your aquarium will gradually change. Keep a log book of the weekly measurements and dosages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft corals: test weekly and dose each supplement to replenish it back to the optimal level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPS corals: calculate a 4-day dosage from your test results, then divide it by 4 for the daily dosage over the following week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMissed one or more days: add the complete amount you have missed, but do not exceed the maximum recommended daily increase for any of the elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef aquariums with soft corals, using the weekly dosing routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef aquariums with SPS corals, using the daily dosing routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: marine conditioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive elements: halogen complex of Iodine, Bromine and Fluorine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 500 ml (16.9 fl oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 ml (16.9 fl oz) of Coral Colors A Iodine halogen supplement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich halogens does Coral Colors A contain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a complex of three halogens: Iodine, Bromine and Fluorine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I dose it in a soft coral tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTest the Color Elements every week and dose each supplement to replenish it back to the optimal level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I work out the daily dose for SPS corals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStart with all Color Elements at optimal values and run the tank for 4 days at stable salinity, topping up for evaporation daily and adding no supplements. Then test, calculate the 4-day dosage and add it. Divide that figure by 4 to get the daily dosage for the next week, then test again and adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if a test shows an element above the optimal level?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWait for the excess to be depleted before restarting daily supplementation with the amended daily dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do if I miss a day of dosing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAdd the complete amount you missed, but do not exceed the maximum recommended daily increase for any of the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy keep a log book of dosages?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nElement uptake changes gradually as corals grow or as you add or remove livestock. 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