{"product_id":"aqua-natural-arena-de-aragonita-oolitica-de-20-lb-para-acuarios-marinos-y-arrecifes","title":"Aqua Natural 20 lb Oolitic Aragonite Sand for Marine and Reef Aquariums","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Base for Marine and Reef Aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqua Natural Oolitic Aragonite Sand is a natural substrate for marine and reef aquariums, extracted from the crystal-clear waters of the Bahamas. It is oolitic aragonite sand of high purity, free of tar, organic matter, and impurities. With a calcium content of nearly 98%, this substrate offers a stable base for a biological environment without relying on constant chemical additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of its key properties is its enormous contact surface area: one kilogram offers over 1 million cm², which facilitates the presence of beneficial bacteria that break down ammonia, nitrite, and nitrite\/nitrate. This natural buffering capacity can help maintain a stable pH around 8.2, providing stability for a wide variety of aquarium setups and marine fauna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProperties and Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable pH buffering without sudden changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e98% pure calcium carbonate; no impurities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRenewable source of oolitic aragonite, sustainably obtained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Pisces company has an exclusive agreement to extract aragonite in the Bahamas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for reef tanks and marine aquariums, as well as sumps and other biological systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports a broad biological base thanks to its large surface area per kilogram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrates with other substrates and decorations to recreate a natural and stable environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bahamian substrate not only offers practical benefits but also provides a sense of naturalness to the aquarium. It is suitable for users looking for a substrate that combines quality, sustainability, and a positive impact on water biology, without promising guaranteed results, but rather presenting real possibilities to improve system stability and user experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What benefits does this substrate offer for marine aquariums?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It buffers pH to maintain it around 8.2, offers high purity of CaCO3, and a large surface area for beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How to use it in a reef tank?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Spread an even layer on the bottom and follow the manufacturer's guidelines for safe and stable use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Aqua Natural","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61485483295050,"sku":"B07X1V7VZD","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1031\/2315\/7322\/files\/aqua-natural-aragonita-oolitica-arenilla-acuario.jpg?v=1774995807","url":"https:\/\/mascotario.es\/en\/products\/aqua-natural-arena-de-aragonita-oolitica-de-20-lb-para-acuarios-marinos-y-arrecifes","provider":"MascotaRio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}