aquarium heating Flashcards
why do fish need a heater within their tank?
they are ectothermic
why is it extremely important to maintain a constant temp in a tank?
sudden changes in temp can cause stress and disease
how can temp be maintained in a tank?
through the use of a water heater
how is a water heater controlled and why?
thermostatically, to keep the tank at a desired temp
where should a water heater be placed and why?
in good water flow, to ensure the entire tank is heated and not just one area
why should you never turn a water heater on out of water?
sudden change in temp will cause the glass around the heater will shatter
how many times should aquarium thermometers be checked a day and why?
- several times a day
- to ensure correct temp range is being met
what temp should cold-water fish be kept at?
under 20 degrees - room temp
what temp should tropical fish be kept at?
from 24 to 27 degrees
what temp should temperate fish be kept at?
from 18 to 22 degrees
what are the two types of heaters used in a tank?
- submersible
- electronic
benefits of submersible heaters
- flexible in where they can be placed
- easy to grasp and adjust
- easy to read
- ceramic heater core (efficient heat distribution)
- safe, high impact safety glass heater tube
what do clip-on heaters provide?
economical option that provides stable temperatures, designed to be fastened to the tanks frame
what is a fluval tronic heater?
- continuously samples water temp directly through glass of heater tube
- will continuously heat the tank until set temp has been met
