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Saltwater Aquarium: Key Points

Marine aquariums keep marine plants and animals in a contained environment.
Marine aquaria are divided into fish only, fish only with live rock, and reef aquaria.
Marine fishkeeping requires more equipment than freshwater systems and more stringent water quality monitoring.
Marine aquariums are more expensive to maintain due to the cost of inhabitants and equipment.
Saltwater tanks were first kept in Venetian glass jars by the Romans.
First balanced marine aquarium was created in London in 1846 by Anna Thynne.
Personal saltwater fishkeeping began in the 1950s with basic rectangular glass aquariums.
Synthetic salt mixes were developed to replicate the chemical environment of the tropical ocean.
Marine aquariums have more complex filtration requirements than most freshwater aquariums.
Lighting in marine aquariums containing corals requires more intense lighting.
Various light sources include natural sunlight, fluorescent, VHO fluorescent, T-5 fluorescent, compact fluorescent, LED and metal halide.
Marine aquariums can range in volume from less than 80 litres to over 1,200 litres.Aquarium Lighting, Water Testing, and Conservation
There are four main types of aquarium lighting: incandescent, fluorescent, metal halide, and LED.
Power compact fluorescent bulbs are the most common type of fluorescent bulbs used for house lighting and need to be replaced every six months to a year.
T-5 HO lights are the newest variation of fluorescent lights and are more expensive but more efficient than other fluorescent lighting options.
Metal halide lights are the highest output lighting commercially available and can penetrate light to the bottom levels of most aquariums.
LED lighting is the most recent addition to aquarium lighting technologies and is adjustable to most power levels, making it energy-efficient and low-impact.
Water quality testing in aquariums includes pH, nitrogen cycle, and other trace elements.
Acclimation is a process used when adding new marine life to an aquarium to prevent shock from sudden changes in water chemistry.
Water changes are a staple of good saltwater maintenance and involve removing a fraction of the total volume of the aquarium and replacing it with new pre-mixed saltwater.
Municipal or tap water is not recommended for a marine aquarium because it contains high levels of nitrates, phosphates, and silicates.
Most species kept in marine aquaria are caught in the wild, although tank-raised specimens are becoming increasingly common as a viable alternative.
Much collecting is done in Indonesia and the Philippines, where use of cyanide and other destructive collection methods, while discouraged, is unfortunately common.
Conservationists criticize commercial-scale harvesting of naturally occurring live rock, which takes many years if not centuries to form and is a vital habitat for countless marine species.Marine Aquarium Keeping: A Summary
Keeping marine aquariums can be an expensive hobby, with initial set-up costs often exceeding $2,500 for a 100 US gallons (380 L) reef tank.
The development of large-scale commercial breeding operations has made marine fishkeeping more widespread.
The use of frags (fragments) for corals is a way for marine aquarists to obtain new and unique corals with minimal impact on the natural environment.
When selecting corals, rare species and those without a history of being successfully kept in captivity should be avoided.
Marine fishkeeping has grown in popularity compared to freshwater fishkeeping.
The marine fishkeeping industry has commercialized the hobby.
The initial setup cost of marine aquariums is a major disincentive for some people.
A budget-minded home hobbyist can spend less than $2,500 and still get a satisfactory result.
Marine aquariums require specific equipment, such as protein skimmers and high-quality lighting, which can add to the cost.
Marine fishkeeping can have a positive impact on mental health and well-being, and is seen as a relaxing and rewarding hobby.
Marine fishkeeping requires research and education to ensure the health and survival of the fish and corals.
The marine aquarium keeping industry provides various resources to educate hobbyists, including books, online forums, and conferences.

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Test your knowledge on saltwater aquariums with this informative quiz! Learn about the key points of marine aquariums, including the different types, equipment required, and the history of saltwater fishkeeping. Discover the various types of aquarium lighting and water testing methods needed to maintain a healthy environment for your marine life. Take the quiz to see how much you know about marine aquarium keeping and gain insights into how this rewarding hobby can positively impact your mental health and well-being.

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