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==Use in an aquarium== | ==Use in an aquarium== | ||
− | This chemical is used in planted aquariums to increase the stability of the water [[pH]] by increasing the [[KH]] of the water and adds potassium to the water which plants use as a | + | This chemical is used in planted aquariums to increase the stability of the water [[pH]] by increasing the [[KH]] of the water and adds potassium to the water which plants use as a micro-nutrient. It is sometimes used instead of ''[[Sodium bicarbonate]]'' as Sodium isn't a useful chemical in the aquarium. |
*''Potassium bicarbonate'' is slightly preferable than ''Potassium carbonate'' in aquariums as it dissolves faster. | *''Potassium bicarbonate'' is slightly preferable than ''Potassium carbonate'' in aquariums as it dissolves faster. |