Why Water Testing is Important for a Reef Tank

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Why Water Testing is Important for a Reef Tank​

MICHAEL PALETTA
2 DAYS AGO

Like equipment maintenance, water changes, quarantining animals, and cleaning the glass, water testing is an unglamorous task that nonetheless is one of the most crucial aspects for having long-term success in the hobby.

I don’t care how good your lights are, or how efficient your skimmer is, or what the flow rate is, none of these matter if you don’t have good consistent water quality at the proper levels and you can’t tell just by looking at the tank how good your water quality is. When changes occur suddenly you know it as your dead corals tell you quickly. But when the parameters degrade gradually over time the corals either acclimate to these changes or they gradually fail too.

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[harrybrook]

Absolutely, water testing is the backbone of a successful reef tank. It is like the vital signs check for your aquatic ecosystem. Without a clear picture of the water parameters, you're essentially flying blind in the hobby.