carbon and impact on PH

[Michael]

Originally Posted by mrcopitr

Hi ,

Can someone tell me if the use of Carbon in a reef, has an impact on the PH level. It seems when I use carbon that my PH drops substantially.

Does the carbon remove the Kalk...??? If it does this could explain the droping PH...

Thanks and Happy New Year!!!!

Marco

I never thought of that. My PH has been on the low side, and I am using carbon. I have been trying to bring it up by using baking soda without too much success. Perhaps a more knowing person can confirm this interaction between carbon and ph.

Michael