Description Aquarium Bio Sponge 6.25 Inch by 5 Inch (16cm Tall x 13cm Diameter) Bio Sponge Bio Filter operated by a airpump will mechanically clean & biologically filter a aquarium. Bio Sponge filter provide both mechanical and bio filtration. Also, the air infusion chamber produces bubbles which increase the oxygen solubility. Sponge filter media provides massive surface area allow bacteria to colonize. The sponge acts as a mechanical filter, just uses air to operate, so needs an air pump to operate. Weighted base and uplift tube included. There are three types of aquarium filter media’s: Mechanical media simply means that the medium work to strain out any debris, dirt or grime and leave the water cleaner and healthier. This often takes the form of a sponge or pad. Biological media uses its surface area for bacterial colonies to spread. These helpful bacteria feed on the chemicals released by fish and plant waste, removing them from your pond water. Chemical media uses an additional chemical such as carbon to neutralize odors, taints to the water and more. Tip – When cleaning the 5.5 Inch Bio Sponge use the aquarium water to not kill off the friendly bacteria. Be sure to check our INFORMATION CENTER for our latest Aquarium Blog on New Aquarium Syndrome? We also post regularly on our Aquarium H2o FACEBOOK PAGE!
