{"title":"Brightwell Aquatics","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"brightwell-aquatics-microbacter-clean-500ml","title":"Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Clean","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"overviewTech\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"edit-overview\" class=\"overviewCopy cms-editable\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex system of non-pathogenic microbes and natural enzymes, specifically formulated to clean aquarium live rock and decorations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessionals use MicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e to combat the \"ugly stage,\" that time right after initial cycling when the tank is starting to season.  Prevents much of the ugliness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, use MicrōBacterStart XLM to start the aquarium and then switch to MicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e after the initial cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e125ml | 250ml | 500ml | 2L | 20L | 210L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"techBackground\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"techIcons\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/images\/gearIcon.jpg\" width=\"65\" height=\"86\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"edit-tech\" class=\"techCopy cms-editable\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Natural cleaning action on all aquarium and decoration surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e2. Loosening of ugly accumulations of unwanted substances and coatings which makes their removal \u003cbr\u003eby scraping and vacuuming much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Establishment of bacterial colonies that multiply and continue to clean the aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003ePrevents much of the ugliness of the \"ugly stage\u003c\/strong\u003e,\" \"those months just after the initial cycle\"\u003cbr\u003e5. Rapid reduction of organic carbon, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and phosphate.\u003cbr\u003e6. Digestion of uneaten\/undigested food, excreta, detritus, and other latent organic material, resulting \u003cbr\u003ein cleaner and healthier aquarium substrate (without having to physically clean or disturb the \u003cbr\u003esubstrate bed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concentration of dissolved and particulate organic materials in any aquatic environment can have a significant impact on the overall appearance of, as well as the health of organisms residing within, that system. Relatively low-nutrient environments are characterized by high water clarity, lack of unpleasant odors, and absence of unsightly coatings; this is collectively a result of the lack of nitrogen-, phosphorus-, and carbon-based waste available. Aquaria that are relatively rich in available nutrients have characteristics opposite to the afore mentioned, and are typically not desirable because of the resultant appearance of the system and the difficulty of maintaining healthy aquarium inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell Aquatics MicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a selective complex of extremely effective microbes and enzymes that not only reduce the concentrations of organic nitrogen, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, phosphate, and organic carbon in all marine ecosystems, but make maintenance easy by actually loosening accumulations and coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e - It is normal that clumps may form in the product and the product and the aquarium may have an “earthy” smell or smell “off” and the aquarium water could become cloudy and the smell and cloudiness could remain for many hours after using. This is due to the bacteria themselves and is an indication of quality and is the reason it is necessary to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eshake product well immediately before using\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacterCLEAN does not require refrigeration, however storage in a cool, shaded area or refrigeration at 50 deg F will prolong the activity, and maximize the shelf-life of the product. Keep away from heat!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"techDirections\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"techIcons\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/images\/infoIcon.jpg\" width=\"65\" height=\"82\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"edit-dir\" class=\"directionsCopy cms-editable\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions and Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake product well before using. Mix appropriate volume of \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see below) with 250-ml (~8 fl. oz.) of aquarium water in a clean container prior to addition to aquarium. If using a pipette to dispense \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e below water level of container or aquarium, be sure to thoroughly clean pipette with fresh water prior to placing tube back into \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e bottle; failure to do so will contaminate the product. Best results may be obtained by adding mixture to external biological filtration system. Works particularly well with Xport. Do not add to pump intake port(s). Turn protein skimming and UV-sterilization off for a period of 4 hours following addition to aquaria. While utilizing \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e continue good maintenance practices such as regular vacuuming, using purified water for additions, and limiting the addition of unnecessary nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor normal cleaning and to maintain a clean aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e: Add 20 ml (4 capfuls) per 25 US-gallons (94.6 L) [≈16 drops per gallon (3.8 L)] of aquarium water weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor problem aquariums or to rapidly accelerate cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 30 ml (6 capfuls) per 25 US-gallons (94.6 L) [≈24 drops per gallon (3.8 L)] of aquarium water on the first day, then add Add 5 ml (1 capful) per 25 US-gallons (94.6 L) [≈4 drops per gallon (3.8 L)] of aquarium water daily for 2 weeks or longer as necessary until desired results are achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay be used in combination with \u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell Aquatics\u003csub\u003e®\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/razor-marine.php\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRazor Marine\u003csub\u003eTM\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.  If you use the two, please use  \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN \u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003efirst and then wait a few hours before adding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/razor-marine.php\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRazor Marine\u003csub\u003eTM\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.  This will give the bacteria time to settle into its new environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: Bacteria work slowly, so full results can take up to 8 to 10 weeks for long neglected systems.  If you judge the results based on 3 weeks, you will not realize how well the product is actually doing!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"techAnalysis\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"techIcons\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/images\/shieldIcon.jpg\" width=\"65\" height=\"93\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"edit-ga\" class=\"analysisCopy cms-editable\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurified water, proprietary blend of natural enzymes and non-pathogenic, beneficial microorganisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brightwell Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":44147265601762,"sku":"BABACCL250","price":42.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":44147265634530,"sku":"BABACCL500","price":79.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0066\/1284\/4602\/files\/image_66cb9116-927d-44d1-9772-033277f8239a.jpg?v=1688103341"},{"product_id":"brightwell-aquatics-microbacter-quickcycle","title":"Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter QuickCycle","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrightwell Aquatics MicroBacter QuickCycle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProfessional nutrients for fishless cycling in freshwater and marine aquariums\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product provides essential nutrients to establish nitrifying bacteria colonies during the fishless cycling process. Use with a quality bacterial culture like MicroBacter Start XLM or XLF for best results.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImportant: For fishless cycling only. Do not add to tanks with live fish, plants, or invertebrates. Never overdose. Requires water testing throughout the cycling period to monitor ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels. Proper testing is critical — cycling without it risks fish loss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDose at 4 drops per gallon or 1 ml per 5 gallons of tank capacity. Follow the 7-9 day cycling schedule with daily water testing. Once ammonia and nitrite reach zero and nitrate appears, perform a 25% water change before adding animals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in 60ml \u0026amp; 125ml.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContains ammonia — keep away from children. Not for human consumption. See full instructions at brightwellaquatics.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brightwell Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"60ml","offer_id":44147283165410,"sku":"BABACQC60","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125ml","offer_id":44147283198178,"sku":"BABACQC125","price":23.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0066\/1284\/4602\/files\/image_c9b120f6-3243-4aac-b211-d66f09f42771.webp?v=1688103982"},{"product_id":"brightwell-aquatics-microbacter-start-xlm","title":"Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMicrōBacter QuikCycl\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional nutrients for fishless cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e and establishing strong nitrifying bacteria beds in freshwater and marine aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREAD ALL BEFORE BEGINNING! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaution: \u003cstrong\u003eContains Ammonia, Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not for human consumption. If swallowed, contact a poison control center immediately. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cu\u003eNOTE: THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR FISHLESS CYCLING. DO NOT EVER PUT INTO AN AQUARIUM containing LIVE FISH, PLANTS, OR INVERTEBRATES.\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eADD ANIMALS AFTER CYCLING IS COMPLETE!!! This product alone will not cycle an aquarium, it simply provides the nutrients. You must use a good quality bacterial culture to establish the bacteria bed in the aquarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e We highly recommend \u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell MicrōBacter Start XLM\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start XLF\u003c\/strong\u003e as appropriate for your aquarium. This product may also be used with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/microbacter-clean_t.php\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter\u003csup\u003eCLEAN\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to cycle a marine aquarium, but the cycle may not be as fast as using the \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start\u003c\/strong\u003e.  \u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT OVERDOSE, EVER!\u003c\/strong\u003e Be patient, your animals lives are at stake! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou must use test kits to measure pH, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate to complete cycling on an aquarium. If you attempt to cycle the tank without proper testing, you are asking for disaster and will likely kill your fish. Brightwell is not responsible for indescriminate use of this product! \u003c\/strong\u003eWe recommend that you read up on aquarium cycling so that you know what it is all about. Please also consult our website at \u003cstrong\u003ewww.brightwellaquatics.com\u003c\/strong\u003e for more information. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis product requires simultaneous use with a LIVE BACTERIAL CULTURE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacteria products for aquarium use vary widely in characteristics, strength and overall design. The results you get will be quite different if you use an inferior bacteria culture or one that is out of date or has been stored incorrectly and at harmful temperatures. Nitrifying bacteria is damaged by heat and outright killed by freezing, so care must be taken to preserve its efficacy. If the bacterial product you use is dead, then this whole process will not work! Brightwell highly recommends that you use either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/microbacter-start-xlm.php\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start XLM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start XLF\u003c\/strong\u003edepending on whether you are starting a marine aquarium or a freshwater aquarium. For freshwater, a more economical choice can be made to use either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/shrimp-florin-bacter-one.php\"\u003eFlorinBacter One\u003c\/a\u003e, FlorinBacter or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/florinbactert.php\"\u003eFlorinBacter7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60ml | 125ml | 250ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions \u0026amp; Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions to quickly cycle new aquarium without fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:  DO NOT USE CARBON, GFO\u003c\/strong\u003e or other phosphate removers until cycling is complete and 30 more days has passed!  If you do, you will slow the cycle!\u003cbr\u003ea) Turn off skimmer, UV and remove fine filtration such as socks, make sure aquarium has sufficient filtration surface area, such as provided by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/xport_bio_brick.php\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell Xport\u003csub\u003eTM\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e world class bacterial filtration medium or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/microbacter-lattice_lrg.php\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrōbacter Lattice\u003csub\u003eTM\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eb) \u003cstrong\u003eYou must use a good dechlorinator first, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brightwellaquatics.com\/products\/erase-clt.php\"\u003eBrightwell Erāse \u003c\/a\u003eto remove chloramine and chlorine!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ec) Prepare water and adjust pH, alkalinity, and temperature\u003cbr\u003ed) Add full dose of \u003cstrong\u003eQuikCycl\u003csub\u003eTM\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e at 4 drops per gallon or 1 ml per 5 gallons of tank capacity \u003cbr\u003ee) Measure Ammonia which should be between 1 and 2 ppm total ammonia, which is ammonia plus ammonium (NH\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e and NH\u003csub\u003e4\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003csup\u003e+\u003c\/sup\u003e). Do not add more to get the proper reading either today or throughout the days that follow. This is because the bacteria will quickly begin to use up the ammonia, and even though added, it will may not show up on your tests.\u003cbr\u003ef) Add \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start XLM\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start XLF\u003c\/strong\u003eas appropriate for your aquarium, as directed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite and record values. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite and record values. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite. If either Ammonia or Nitrite are over .25 ppm, then you can add more bacteria, if desired. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite and record values \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite. If either Ammonia or Nitrite are over .25 ppm, then you can add more bacteria, if desired. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite. \u003cu\u003eIf using \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start XLM\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter Start\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eXLF\u003c\/strong\u003e and your Ammonia and Nitrite show zero, then measure Nitrate. If Nitrate is showing .25 ppm or higher, then your aquarium is cycled.\u003c\/u\u003e If using any other bacteria, then go to Day 8. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 8:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite and record values. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Day 9 and subsequent days:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure pH, Ammonia and Nitrite. If Ammonia + Nitrite value is zero, then measure nitrate and if there is a reading of Nitrate at .25 ppm or higher, then the aquarium is cycled. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt conclusion of cycling,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e perform a 25% water change and begin adding hardy animals, SLOWLY. 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Mix appropriate volume of MicrōBacter7 (see below) with 250-ml (~8 fl. oz.) of aquarium water in a clean container prior to addition to aquarium. If using a pipette to dispense MicrōBacter7 below water level of container or aquarium, be sure to thoroughly clean pipette with fresh water prior to placing tube back into MicrōBacter7 bottle; failure to do so will contaminate the product. Best results may be obtained by adding mixture to external biological filtration system (if applicable). Do not add to pump intake port(s). For best results, use within 1-year of purchase date. Grossly overdosing MicrōBacter7 will not significantly increase the effectiveness of the product, nor the rate at which it enacts changes in aquaria. The following recommendations are based upon extensive testing and will produce the best results in most aquaria.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium- to High-nutrient Systems, or to seed Biological Filtration in new aquaria:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To effectively decrease the concentration of available nutrients and waste material in all marine and freshwater aquaria, add 5 ml (1 capful) per 25 US-gallons (94.6 L) [≈4 drops per gallon (3.8 L)] of aquarium water daily for the first two weeks of use; the impact that MicrōBacter7 has on an aquarium is most evident within this period. Turn protein skimming and UV-sterilization off for a period of 4 hours following addition to aquaria. A noticeable difference in water clarity is typically apparent within 30-minutes of dosing. Follow same instructions for new aquarium start-up. Thereafter, switch to “low-nutrient” dosage (below).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStable, Low-nutrient Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo maintain a low concentration of available nutrients in all marine and freshwater aquaria, 5 ml (1 capful) of MicrōBacter7 per 50 US-gallons (189.3 L) [≈2 drops per gallon (3.8 L)] of aquarium water no more than once each week; alternately, add 1 drop per 50 US-gallons daily (or 1 drop per 25 US-gallons every other day). Turn protein skimming and UV-sterilization off for a period of 4 hours following addition to aquaria. Dosage may be adjusted according to perceived benefit to aquarium, however it is recommended that the dosage not exceed 1 drop per 10 US-gallons per day. With time, hobbyists may determine that decreasing the dosage and\/or dosing frequency by up to 50% sufficiently maintains a low-nutrient environment. During changes in biological filtration or when increasing the aquarium bioload, dose 1 drop per 25 US-gallons daily for one week, then resume “low-nutrient” dosage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePurified water, proprietary blend of natural enzymes and non-pathogenic, beneficial microorganisms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe concentration of dissolved and particulate organic materials in any aquatic environment can have a significant impact on the overall appearance of, as well as the health of organisms residing within, that system. Relatively low-nutrient environments are characterized by high water clarity, lack of unpleasant odors, and absence of microalgae and cyanobacteria; this is collectively a result of the lack of nitrogen-, phosphorus-, and carbon-based waste available. Aquaria that are relatively rich in available nutrients have characteristics opposite to the afore mentioned, and are typically not desirable because of the resultant appearance of the system and the difficulty of maintaining healthy aquarium inhabitants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrightwell Aquatics MicrōBacter7 is a selective complex of extremely effective microbes and enzymes that rapidly reduces the concentrations of organic nitrogen, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, phosphate, and organic carbon in all marine and freshwater ecosystems, leading to greatly improved water quality; better water quality typically leads to healthier aquarium inhabitants. MicrōBacter7 does not require refrigeration, however storage in a cool, shaded area will prolong the activity, and maximize the shelf-life, of the product.\u003cbr\u003egrab this from www.reefsecrets.com.au for the best service around. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrōBacter7 does not require refrigeration, however storage in a cool, shaded area will prolong the activity of the vitamins. 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Turn protein skimmer and other forms of mechanical filtration off prior to adding Reef Snow to aquaria, and allow 10 - 15 minutes after use before resuming operation of filtration. Most zooxanthellate corals extend their tentacles at night, when the majority of coralivorous and zooplanktivorous fishes are asleep and the abundance of zooplankton in the water column passing over and through the reef is at its greatest. Therefore, the most sensible time to feed Reef Snow to corals is after all lights in the aquarium have been off (preferably for at least one- to two-hours) and the room is dark. Using a dim flashlight, illuminate the area immediately upstream of the coral to be fed, then feed as directed below. 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