{"product_id":"saltwater-calcium-test-kit-304873","title":"API - Saltwater Calcium Test Kit - 1 Kit","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eCalcium is one of the most important elements in a reef aquarium. Reef invertebrates, such as corals, crustaceans, mollusks, and even some type of encrusting algae, need calcium to grow and remain healthy. Over time, the calcium level drops as it is used by invertebrates, or as it reacts with excess phosphate. The \u003cstrong\u003eAPI Calcium Test Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e measures calcium levels as low as 20 mg\/L to help you keep your reef inhabitants healthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWe recommend that you take a few minutes each week to monitor your aquarium conditions and create a better underwater world for your fish. Testing your aquarium water has never been so easy or accurate!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Kit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ..\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Servings:\u003c\/strong\u003e ..\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFACTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eIncludes 2 test bottles, easy-to-ready instructions, and glass test tube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDIRECTIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-weight: bold; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eCALCIUM (Ca2+) TEST KIT INSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Test for Calcium?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMonitoring calcium levels is essential for keeping a successful reef aquarium. Reef organisms use calcium to build a calcium carbonate skeleton. Over time, as the calcium in the water is utilized, the calcium level will gradually drop. Calcium must be present for corals to grow. Even reef invertebrates such as crustaceans, mollusks, and encrusting algae, require calcium to grow and remain healthy. The calcium level drops as it is used by invertebrates or as it reacts with excess phosphate. Elevated phosphate precipitates calcium, rendering it unavailable to reef organisms. Phosphate enters the aquarium from tap water and as a byproduct of fish and invertebrate metabolism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDirections for Testing Calcium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasures calcium levels as low as 20 mg\/L.\u003cbr\u003eRead thoroughly before testing. Do not allow test solution to get into aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eTo remove childproof safety cap: With one hand, push red tab left with thumb while unscrewing cap with free hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003col style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eRinse a clean test tube with water to be tested.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eFill the test tube to the line on the test tube with the water being tested.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eHolding the bottle vertically, add 10 drops of Calcium Test Solution #1 to the test tube, cap the test tube, and shake for 10 seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eShake calcium Test Solution #2 bottle vigorously for 10 seconds,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eHolding the bottle vertically, add Calcium Test Solution #2 drop by drop to the test tube until the solution changes from pink to the blue end-point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eBe sure to count the drops added.\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003cul type=\"a\"\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eA pink color should form after the first drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eIf a blue color forms after the first drop, the calcium concentration is 20 mg\/L or below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eAs the end point is approached, the color will usually change from pink to purple before finally changing to blue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWARNINGS\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40285641230,"sku":"304873","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1971\/0887\/products\/304873_6c1d9e2d-18d6-4099-983d-ae925cb5d66e.jpg?v=1752336546","url":"https:\/\/vitamingrocer.com\/products\/saltwater-calcium-test-kit-304873","provider":"Vitamin Grocer UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}