Chemical filtration using activated carbon is possible in part because activated carbon act as _________ which allow chemicals to bind to its surface.
a sponge
How far above the floor should electrical outlets be
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Chemical filtration using activated carbon is possible in part because activated carbon act as _________ which allow chemicals to bind to its surface.
a sponge
How far above the floor should electrical outlets be located?
1 meter
For what purpose a buffering chemical added to an aquatic system?
to adjust the pH
What is the most common aquatic vertebrate used in biomedical research?
zebrafish
What is the transient stressful environment for aquatic species that occurs during the time that biologic is being established referred to as?
New tank syndrome
True or False. Gas bubble disease can be fatal.
True
What parameter is acceptable to check on a weekly basis, rather than daily?
hardness
What does permeable skin make amphibians more susceptible to?
toxins
Why does the germicidal spectrum have to be in a certain wavelength range?
to cause a limitation in microorganism replication
True or False. Gas bubble disease is contagious.
False
What is a standard way to dechlorinate water?
Let it sit in open containers for 24 to 48 hours.
Which type of pH is preferred by most aquatic species?
neutral
True or False. Strong lighting would encourage tank algae growth
True
What is a disadvantage of a recirculating system?
risk of tank-to-tank contamination
What is indicated by measures of high conductivity?
high concentration of ions
True or False. Most amphibians live in cool, dark environments in the wild; therefore, direct exposure to bright light should be avoided.
True
Why are detergents usually not used to clean tanks?
they leave harmful residue
New Tank Syndrome is caused by ___________.
high ammonia and nitrite levels
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