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Lighting in Your Aquarium: Systems and Bulbs
When designing a lighting system for any aquarium, we are faced with a multitude of products to choose from.
It is important to know the spectrum and intensity of light that is required by the organisms that will be kept in the aquarium prior to designing the lighting system.
The various types of lighting systems also differ in price, operating costs, and the amount of heat produced by the bulbs and ballasts.
This article will explain the various lighting systems that are offered on the market and their characteristics.
However, their uses in the aquarium hobby are limited due to both the low spectrum of light and the amount of heat produced.
Due to these factors, incandescent bulbs are only offered in low wattages, making them useful only on small, fish-only aquariums, which do not require a wide light spectrum or intensity.
Other than incandescent, all other aquarium lighting systems require ballasts that have been designed for that specific system.
For example, bulbs used for a planted or reef aquarium with a magnetic ballast system should be replaced after 6 months of operation.
Types of fluorescent lighting: There are many different types of fluorescent systems available on the market today, making them the most popular type of lighting system.

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Aquarium Kits: An Ideal Solution for a First Saltwater Aquarium
Fun, fascinating saltwater aquariums make a great hobby for the whole family.
Thanks to recent innovation and increased knowledge about the care of captive marine fish and invertebrates, keeping a saltwater aquarium is easier than ever.
If you are looking to set up a saltwater aquarium, consider an all-inclusive aquarium package that contains the equipment you need for a successful start.
First, choose the size of aquarium you wish to install.
When selecting aquarium size, consider the following: the needs of the species of fish and invertebrates you wish to raise, the space and weight of the aquarium, and the associated financial responsibility.
Clownfish, for example, require a minimum of a 30-gallon aquarium, which must be placed on a stable, strong surface and requires a considerable investment to maintain.
These relatively inexpensive systems are easy to install and maintain.
The 29-Gallon Saltwater Aquarium Kit, for example, includes everything you need to get started - aquarium, hood, heater, thermometer, synthetic aquarium salt, hydrometer, test kit, water conditioner, and instruction booklet.
If you prefer more of a do-it-yourself approach to setting up a relatively small saltwater aquarium, consider SeaClear Eclipse Compatible Aquariums.

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FancyPlants® are the natural-looking aquarium decorations that fish readily swim through for shelter and protection the same way they swim through live plants.
Aquarium Systems Fancy Plants Giant Bamboo FancyPlants® are the natural-looking aquarium decorations that fish readily swim through for shelter and protection the same way they swim through live plants.

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