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1. What is Activ-Flora™?
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What are the essential elements of Activ-Flora™?
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How is it used?
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Where does Activ-Flora™ come from?
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What are the benefits of using Activ Flora™?
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What does it look like?
7.
Who uses Activ-Flora?
8.
Where can I buy Activ Flora™?
9. How do I clean my substrates?
10.
How much Activ-Flora™ should I use?
11.
How long will the Activ Flora™ last?
12. What are some other recommended products for my freshwater plant tank?
13. Question. What are some other recommended products for my freshwater plant tank?
14.
How should plants be place in the ActivFlora™ substrate??
15.
How do I clean my ActivFlora™ substrate??
16. Will undergravel root heaters damage the ActivFlora™substrates
17. I just put Activ Flora™ in my tank and its cloudy, why is it cloudy?

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1-Question.
What is ActivFlora™?

Answer:
ActivFlora Planted Aquarium Substrate is a Bio-Activ NUTRIENT-ENRICHED™ gravel specially developed and suited for planted aquaria. ActivFlora™ gravels are naturally abundant in trace elements that instantly provide a nutrient-rich environment in which your aquatic plants will thrive and achieve optimum health and growth.
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2-Question.
What are the essential elements of ActivFlora™?

Answer:
The essential elements of ActivFloraare as follows: Aluminum, Barium, Calcium, Cobalt, Chromium, Copper, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Manganese, Sodium, Nickel, Vanadium, Zinc.
Elemental Analysis                             

 Units in mg/kg

 

ActivFlora
 Iron 18500
 Potassium 2195
 Manganese 64

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3-Question. How is it used?

Answer: For new setups, empty contents of bag into aquarium and fill with de-chlorinated tap water or distilled water. ActivFlora will naturally bi-segment into 2 layers with finer grade substrate settling on the bottom layer.  If adding to an existing system, lower tank level prior to introducing new substrate and add slowly, while mixing.
ActivFlora
Planted Aquarium Substrate is pre-washed by a nutri-stabilizing process to preserve abundant trace elements and reduce cloudiness when introduced to an aquarium. Cloudiness can be further minimized by filling tank at a slow rate so that the ActivFlora base is not disturbed. Slight initial cloudiness is normal and will clear rapidly (1–6 hours).
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-Question. Where does ActivFlora™come from?

Answer:
Our ActivFlora Planted Aquarium Substrates comes from river beds and river basins located around the world.
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5-Question. What are the benefits of using ActivFlora™?

Answer:
Some of the benefits of using ActivFlora  are as follows:

·         ActivFlora  contains a natural balance of essential minerals that are 100% Natural 

·         does not contain artificial dyes or additives

·         ActivFlora 's natural color is derived from its nutrient-rich composition.

·         Will not alter pH in your Planted Aquarium.

·         Naturally Spherical grains promote maximum diffusion.

·         ActivFlora is rich in Iron, No need for laterite.

·         Marine Heterotrophic, contains LIVE® Heterotrophic bacteria for Instant Cycling® of your planted aquarium.

·         Promotes healthy root system - ActivFlora  is extremely micro porous by nature

·         ActivFlora contains a vast store of micronutrients which are slow-released and can be readily accessed in larger amounts by plant roots, making it self-sustaining for an indefinite period of time.

·         Bio-activ Phosphorous™ for faster, healthier plant growth.

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6-Question.  What does it look like?

Answer:
ActivFlora  Go to this link to see the different Planted Aquarium Substrate samples that we have to offer www.activflora.com
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7-Question.  Who uses ActivFlora™?

Answer:
Saltwater and freshwater tank aquarist use our ActivFlora Planted Aquarium Substrates.
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8-Question.  Where can I buy ActivFlora™?

Answer:
ActivFlora can be purchased at your local pet store.  Please go to our retail supplier link to find a store near you www.naturesocean.com/locator/
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9-Question. How do I clean my ActivFlora™substrate for initial use?

Answer:
You do not clean it for initial use. For new setups, empty contents of bag into aquarium and fill with de-chlorinated tap water or distilled water. ActivFlora will automatically bi-segment into 2 layers with finer grade substrate on the bottom.
If adding to an existing system, drain liquid prior to introducing new substrate and add slowly, while mixing.
ActivFlora Planted Aquarium Substrate is pre-washed by a nutri-stabilizing process to preserve abundant trace elements and reduce cloudiness when introduced to an aquarium. Cloudiness can be further minimized by filling tank at a slow rate so that the ActivFlora base is not disturbed. Slight initial cloudiness is normal and will clear rapidly (1–6 hours).
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10-Question. How Much ActivFlora™ Should I Use?

Answer:
 Plants must be placed in substrate with roots as deep as possible. Stabilize with rocks, wood or other decorative medium. One ActivFlora  bag is sufficient for about a 5 cm (2 inch) deep bed in a typical 40 L (10 gallon) tank.
Recommended use is 1 kg (2lbs) for approximately each 200 cm (31 in) of tank bottom at a depth of 5 cm (2 in). ( pounds per gallon)

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11-Question.  How long will the  ActivFlora™last?

Answer: ActivFlora will last for the live of your aquarium.
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12-Question. What are some other recommended products for my freshwater plant tank?

Answer:
Any of our Nature’s Rock decorations will help create a more natural stunning planted aquarium system.
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13-Question. What are some other recommended products for my freshwater plant tank?

Answer:
Any of our Nature’s Rock decorations will help create a more natural stunning planted aquarium system.
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14-Question. How should plants be place in the ActivFlora™ substrate?

Answer:
Plants must be placed in substrate with roots as deep as possible. Stabilize with rocks, wood or other decorative medium. This bag is sufficient for about a 5 cm (2 inch) deep bed in a typical 40 L (10 gallon) tank.
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15-Question. How do I clean my ActivFlora™ substrate?

Answer:
It is not recommended to clean the ActivFloraPlanted Substrate for your aquarium. If you agitate the surface the loose particulars will begin to float and your filter system will remove it.
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16-Question. Will undergravel root heaters damage the ActivFlora™substrates?

Answer:
ActivFlora is a true stone material and will not be harmed from using any type of heater in your planted aquarium.
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17-Question. I just put Activ Flora in my tank and its cloudy, why is it cloudy?

Answer:
ActivFlora uses a fine particle size that can cause some temporary cloudiness after water is added.  This temporary cloudiness normally clears within 4- 6 hours but in some rare cases could take up to 24 hours to clear (dependant on filtration methods).  To help reduce the disturbance of the ActivFlora substrate during setup, place a bowl on the substrate and add water in the bowl versus pouring new water directly on the substrate.  A simple water clarifier can be added to the aquarium water if you wish to speed up the settling of the particles in the water column.  ActivFlora's fine particle size creates a large area of macro-porosity for stronger root growth and overall plant health.  
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