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Aquarium Gravel — aquarium equipment

Aquarium Gravel

Inert gravel for freshwater tanks. Rinse thoroughly before use; depth of 2–5 cm suits most planted tanks.

Specifications

Category

Substrate

Brand

Model

Pros

Cheap and reusable
Easy to clean
Neutral for most fish

Cons

No nutrients for plants
Heavy
Can trap waste without vacuuming

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