The effect of rubidium is somewhat controversial. There are virtually no studies of its biological function. It is generally assumed that rubidium is only absorbed into the coral skeleton because its similarity to potassium. Recent studies have shown that rubidium plays a role in the repair of damaged cells. To what extent this also applies to corals, however, is not yet known. In our experiments, however, we could observe a better color shine and harder skeleton formation of corals if the value of rubidium was kept stable.
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Fauna Marin ELEMENTALS TRACE Rb - 250ml
Fauna Marin ELEMENTALS TRACE Rb - 250ml
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ELEMENTALS TRACE Rb is a high purity stabilized rubidium solution used for compensating rubidium deficiencies in reef aquariums.
The Elementals series is designed for use with regular ICP analyses. The Fauna Marin ICP analyses help you to supply your aquarium perfectly.
Fauna Marin ICP analyses provide you with all the necessary dosage recommendations in addition to the measured values. In addition to the salts of the bulk elements calcium, magnesium and carbonate hardness, we also offer a range of special trace elements whose function is essential in the marine aquarium. Trace elements are – in contrast to bulk elements such as calcium, magnesium or potassium – elements that are present in seawater in concentrations lower than 1 mg/l. These include, for example, copper, magnesium and carbonate hardness. These include, for example, copper, chromium, manganese or selenium, but also iron, iodine or zinc.
The function of trace elements can be very different. In the knowledge base on the Fauna Marin website you will find an overview of the respective function of each element. Trace elements can be present in many different substances and thus also enter the aquarium water; their deficiency, however, can cause significant problems despite their low necessary concentration in the water. An adequate supply of all important trace elements is therefore essential for a healthy reef aquarium.
Fauna Marin's single element solutions consist of the purest raw materials, which are produced with the corresponding organic or inorganic compounds, depending on the function of the elements.
Fauna Marin ELEMENTALS TRACE How-to-Use
Additional Info:
What’s that:
Rubidium is a non-essential microelement, but has a hardening effect on the growth tips and the coral skeleton.
Problems:
None
Measures:
Insufficient levels reduce the hardness of the coral skeleton.
Indicator species:
None, possibly soft growth tips on hard corals, but this might also be caused by too low concentration of fluorine and/or strontium.
Tip:
Rubidium dosing seems to be particularly effective for corallimorphs. Especially lovers of “Bounce Mushroom” should have a look at this.
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