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Old 05-02-2009, 09:01 AM   #1 (permalink)
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I am new to planted aquarium . Currently have guppies and nana plants . Would like to diy co2 for 5 litres container . What ingredients and amount to mix . Please explain in detail . Will a 5 litres container last longer .
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Old 05-02-2009, 12:47 PM   #2 (permalink)
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i use 2 liter coke bottles - 2 cups sugar , 1 tsp baking soda , 1 tsp yeast
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Old 05-02-2009, 02:28 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Hi,

I was asking myself the same question, check out this:
http://www.aquaticplantcentral.com/f...s-recipes.html

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Will a 5 litres container last longer
yes.. but that means you'll need more sugar and more water... you could double the shown recipe.

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