| ALKEN® BIO-NUTRIENT 8 is a rapidly absorbed powdered nutrient supplement designed to enhance bacterial metabolism in Alken Clear-Flo® 4003, 4004, 4006, 4007, 7000 series and Alken Enz-Odor® 6, 8 & 14 In contrast to nitrogen and phosphorus, micro-nutrients are required in relatively minor quantities, although equally critical to healthy bacterial growth and organic degradation. Contains a blend of minerals, amino acids and vitamins, that act as growth factors and building blocks for cell synthesis. If a probiotic or prebiotic nutrient blend is being formulated as a food source for protozoa, Artemia, fish larvae, ciliates, foraminiferans, or larger aquatic species, try to discover any nutritional deficiencies commonly encountered prior to creating the product recipe. In general, apply 1 lb Alken® BioNutrient 8 per 100,000 gallons (approx. 1.0 kg/million liters) provides an average of 30 µg/L for each component |
| Appearance: | Tan-brown powder |
| Stability: | Indefinite |
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Nutritional requirements for microorganisms are typically measured in micrograms per liter quantities, and vary widely, depending on the strains in a given formula. Mix prescribed dose with slurry of bacteria, water and target water and allow mixture to stand for 2 to 5 hours before application to system. In general, application of one
( 1) lb Alken® BioNutrient 8 per 100,000 gallons (approx. one (1) Kg
of Alken® BioNutrient 8 per one-million liters) of water, provides
an average of 30 micrograms/L of each ingredient revealed in the posted
product nutritional analysis. |
| ALKEN BIO-NUTRIENT 8 is packaged in 25 lb. pails. and 50 lb. poly-lined fiber drums. Store, tightly sealed, in a cool dry place. Absorbs moisture. Avoid inhalation of dust and wash hands with warm soapy water after handling. |
Update: 03-27-2007
