{"product_id":"red-sea-reef-foundation-c-magnesium","title":"Red Sea Reef Foundation C Magnesium","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Sea Reef Foundation C Magnesium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sea Reef Foundation C Magnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e is a magnesium supplement for coral reef aquariums, made from a blend of magnesium salts. It helps reefkeepers maintain optimal magnesium levels and supports the stable water parameters corals need for health and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Magnesium Matters in a Reef Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA successful reef aquarium depends on stable water parameters, because stability gives corals the environment they need. Every element in natural seawater plays a part, but a few have a bigger influence on overall stability. These are the foundation of the reef environment: the three major elements Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg) and Bicarbonates (HCO3).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether they affect water chemistry, including pH stability, alkalinity and seawater ionic strength. They also affect many of the coral's biological processes, including skeleton formation, ion exchange and photosynthesis. The three complement each other in building the coral skeleton. 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Always measure the foundation elements first and dose to bring them back to optimal levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeekly supplementing for Soft \/ LPS corals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the foundation elements every week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose each supplement to replenish it back to the optimal level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaily supplementing for SPS \/ LPS corals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure all the foundation elements are at optimal values.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun the aquarium for 4 days at a stable salinity without adding any supplements. Compensate for evaporation daily by adding freshwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the end of the 4 days, test the foundation 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 this 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 foundation elements again and calculate the adjusting dosage of each supplement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the adjusting dosage is significantly different from the previous daily dosage, increase or decrease the daily dosage as appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the measured level of an 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 the elements every week and adjust the daily dosages as required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs your corals grow, or as you add or remove livestock, the uptake of the elements in your aquarium will gradually change. Keep dosing in step with your test results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a logbook of the weekly measurements and dosages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you miss one or more days of supplementing, add the complete amount you missed. 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\u003eCoral reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft and LPS corals on a weekly dosing routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPS and LPS corals on a 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\u003eComposition: blend of magnesium salts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquid dosing rate: 1 ml raises Mg in 100 liters by 1 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder dosing rate: 1 g treats 100 liters\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\u003eHow much Reef Foundation C Magnesium raises the magnesium level?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith the liquid, 1 ml raises the Mg level of 100 liters by 1 ppm. With the powder, 1 g treats 100 liters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I test and dose if I keep soft or LPS corals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTest the foundation elements every week and dose each supplement to bring it back to the optimal level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I set up daily dosing for SPS \/ LPS corals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStart with all foundation elements at optimal values. Run the tank for 4 days at stable salinity with no supplements, topping up evaporation with freshwater. Then test and calculate the 4-day dosage and add it. Divide that amount by 4 for the daily dose over the next week, then test again and adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do if my magnesium reading is above optimal?\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 if I forget to dose for a day or more?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAdd the full 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 should I keep a logbook?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCoral growth and changes in livestock gradually change how quickly the elements are taken up. 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