Chlorine & Chloramines
Chloramines are a combination of chlorine and
ammonia, both of which are toxic to fish. As chloramines break down, either
naturally or through the use of dechlorination chemicals, ammonia
is freed up. This ammonia can be removed from fish ponds by using products
available in the
Ammonia
Buildup Category. Biological
filters, natural zeolites and pH control
methods are also effective in reducing the toxic effects of ammonia.
Activated carbon filter may be effective in removing chloramines, however,
it must contain high quality granular activated carbon and must be permitted
sufficient contact time with the water. |