pH question

[Queen Diva]

Hey folks not sure how to start a new discussion, so please excuse me if I interrupt . I am having problems helping my PH above 8.0 . Does fresh air help or not? Any help would be appreciated

 

[thirst]

yes fresh air does help increase PH. Get good circulation.

Also, make sure your PH probe is properly calibrated.

 

[mdb_talon]

Fresh air can help if you have excess co2 related to high co2 in the room. It wont help much if the depressed ph is cause by lack of flow and aeration within the tank.

 

[thirst]

Fresh air can help if you have excess co2 related to high co2 in the room. It wont help much if the depressed ph is cause by lack of flow and aeration within the tank.

Good point.

 

[Randy Holmes-Farley Verified Community Expert]

Welcome to the chemistry forum!

I describe how to deal with low pH in these articles:

http://www.reefedition.com/ph-and-the-reef-aquarium/

Low pH: Causes and Cures by Randy Holmes-Farley - Reefkeeping.com
http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2004-09/rhf/index.htm