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Description
The Reef Aquarium Volume Three: Science, Art, and Technology Reefkeeping science involves the interplay of biology, chemistry, and physics. However, a reef aquarium is not simply a product of scientific knowledge. The application of engineering and its product technology, makes it possible to duplicate the specific biological, chemical, and physical requirements of a coral reef in a relatively small volume of water. This third volume in The Reef Aquarium series, provides the most thorough description of the science behind the creation of a captive reef, and critically reviews and explains the different philosophical approaches to reef aquarium design. It also describes and illustrates the existing as well as emerging technology for building reef aquariums, to help guide the selection of equipment, its proper use, and installation. While science and technology afford the blank canvas and tools to build a suitable life support system, the plants, animals, and of course the aquarist provide the final ingredient that we call art. This art also involves the system design as it relates to the living space, the aesthetic appearance of the display, and its ease of maintenance, safety, and functionality. To this end, this book provides a wealth of information regarding aquascaping techniques, which combine art, biology, and physics; and invaluable information regarding plumbing, electrical, and other aspects of the aquarium design that combine art and engineering. Lastly, this book discusses the benefits and potential environmental impacts of the marine aquarium hobby, the challenges for its future, and possible new directions. The Reef Aquarium volume three is the essential manual for all reef aquarium hobbyists, professional aquarists, and coral reef researchers who study, create, and enjoy coral reef ecosystems in the confines of an aquarium. Book Design: Daniel N. Ramirez
Customer reviews for 'The Reef Aquarium: Science, Art, and Technology, Vol. 3'
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The Aquarist's Bible
If you're thinking of putting together a system, this is a fantastic resource that you'll find invaluable. Highly recommended.
[Monday, November 03, 2008]
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Depth plus
This book is not for the newbie -- if you love research -- this is an excellent purchase. Either way -- this book belongs in your library.
[Monday, October 27, 2008]
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Information to the last detail
This book has an immense amount of information on water quality, filtration, lighting and pretty much all other aspects of the reef aquarium, but reads like a science textbook.
If you are an experienced aquarist looking to go to the next level this is the book for you. It's far from what I consider an easy read but definitely a good reference book to keep in your library if you are serious about mini reefing.
[Wednesday, October 15, 2008]
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