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Goldfish Tank & Equipment
Consider that a goldfish tank to the equivalent of our entire world. All a goldfish knows is confined inside those glass, or acrylic, walls. A goldfish tank is everything, and making it the best it can be might seem difficult, but it really can be quite simple. The three major components are...
The Tank
Goldifsh can grow to be quite large fish, and they produce more waste than your average fish. A minimum of 10 gallons per goldfish is your best bet. While a smaller goldfish can live in a smaller tank (5 - 8 gallon), it's not advisable, and will not end well.
The Filter
There are three major types of filters
- mechanical
- biological
- adsorptive/chemical
A mecahnical filter removes particles from the tank water to maximise the natural biological filtration. A Biological filtration system breaks down waste products in the aquarium water by using friendly bacteria. Adsorptive media can remove various substances from the water.
Activated Carbon can remove:
- toxins
- medications
- dyes
Specific Resins can remove:
- ammonia
- nitrate
- phosphate
Lighting
Goldfish will do fine under the most basic of lighting set-ups. Unless live plants are going to be introduced a light is just an easy way to view the fish. While some lighting can enhance to look of the fish, goldfish don't need light to live.