Power Magnesium, 400g
Magnesium is involved in many biological functions and is stored with calcium in the skeletons of some corals, many invertebrates, calcareous red algae and higher algae. Power Magnesium supplements the magnesium consumption in the reef aquarium and helps to keep the concentration ratio of the main elements in the correct ion balance.
- increases the biologically important magnesium content
- supports the natural concentration ratio of the main elements
- promotes biochemical processes
- necessary for the growth of calcareous algae
- essential for healthy coral growth
- including measuring spoon
- Instructions for use inside
The magnesium content in natural seawater is around 1,300 - 1,350 mg/l and is therefore around three times as high as the calcium content. Magnesium is a mineral that is chemically similar to calcium, but is less consumed in a saltwater aquarium. One of the largest consumers of magnesium are the calcareous algae, into whose calcite structure magnesium is “built in”. Some soft corals and gorgonians (e.g. fan corals) are also magnesium consumers. Magnesium also has an important function as a calcification inhibitor in aquariums. Calcium carbonate solubility is increased by preventing the formation of calcite.
Simply put, magnesium keeps calcium in solution longer. Since calcium and magnesium are consumed in every saltwater aquarium, magnesium must be added to restore the correct concentration ratio between the earth's potassium metals. Power Magnesium and Magnesium liquid also prevent a magnesium deficiency. One measuring spoonful of Power Magnesium increases the magnesium content by 10 mg/100 l. Magnesium liquid is suitable for dosing pumps. 10 ml increases the magnesium content by 5 mg/100 l.
But be careful: a magnesium content of 1,500 mg or 1,600 mg that is too high can cause long-term damage to the animals. When adding minerals to a saltwater aquarium, you should always keep in mind: a lot doesn't always help a lot and can sometimes have the opposite effect.
