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The Reef Aquarium: Science, Art, and Technology, Vol. 3 | 
 enlarge | Authors: Julian Sprung, J. Charles Delbeek
Publisher: Two Little Fishies, Inc., d.b.a. Ricordea Publishing
Category: Book
List Price: $89.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  23 reviews
Sales Rank: 36949
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 680
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.9
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 7.1 x 1.4
ISBN: 1883693144
Dewey Decimal Number: 639.342
EAN: 9781883693145
ASIN: 1883693144
Publication Date: November 25, 2005
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Product Description
The Reef Aquarium Volume Three: Science, Art, and Technology Reefkeeping science involves the interplay of biology, chemistry, and physics. However, a reef aquarium is not simply a product of scientific knowledge. The application of engineering and its product technology, makes it possible to duplicate the specific biological, chemical, and physical requirements of a coral reef in a relatively small volume of water. This third volume in The Reef Aquarium series, provides the most thorough description of the science behind the creation of a captive reef, and critically reviews and explains the different philosophical approaches to reef aquarium design. It also describes and illustrates the existing as well as emerging technology for building reef aquariums, to help guide the selection of equipment, its proper use, and installation. While science and technology afford the blank canvas and tools to build a suitable life support system, the plants, animals, and of course the aquarist provide the final ingredient that we call art. This art also involves the system design as it relates to the living space, the aesthetic appearance of the display, and its ease of maintenance, safety, and functionality. To this end, this book provides a wealth of information regarding aquascaping techniques, which combine art, biology, and physics; and invaluable information regarding plumbing, electrical, and other aspects of the aquarium design that combine art and engineering. Lastly, this book discusses the benefits and potential environmental impacts of the marine aquarium hobby, the challenges for its future, and possible new directions. The Reef Aquarium volume three is the essential manual for all reef aquarium hobbyists, professional aquarists, and coral reef researchers who study, create, and enjoy coral reef ecosystems in the confines of an aquarium. Book Design: Daniel N. Ramirez
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The reef Aquarium March 31, 2008
This is a book that every one should own, that want's or has a reef Aquarium. This book go's into great details.
Absolutely FABOLOUS!! February 15, 2008
I can't say much on this book except IT is a MUST HAVE FOR EVERY REEF AQUARIUM KEEPER! A very2 good book to have, it's worth the price I tell you.
The Reef Aquarium: Science, Art, and Technology, Vol. 3 January 21, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've kept marine and reef aquaria for over a decade now, have a small tropical and marine fish shop downtown, and have bought and read probably a couple dozen books on keeping marine fish and reef tanks, including Volumes 1 and 2 by the same authors. If I could have just one of all the books I've read on the topic, to read and refer back to whenever necessary, it would be this volume. It's not a beginner's book, but it's wonderfully comprehensive and understandable for one who's already a little familiar with the subject matter. For one who understands most of the "whats" of keeping a reef aquarium, but is confused about many of the "whys," this book answers those questions with very clear and readable explanations.
Worth every penny and then some November 28, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I am a beginning reefkeeper and have purchased a number of books on the hobby, including this one. In my opinion this is easily the best book on what it takes to actually assemble a functioning, thriving reef tank. The chapter on plumbing (parts, layouts, pumps, etc) alone is worth the price of the book and that's just one chapter!
Contrary to other reviews on here I don't think the material is daunting...I think it's relevant. Why jump into a hobby that is recreating an ecosystem if you don't have the knowledge to do so? It's not difficult to understand, and what I've found is that in many places when something is explained, that in text could be hard to understand, there is usually an illustration, chart, or picture to make it clear. Kudos!
I would easily pay double for this book now that I've read it, and this will serve as my main reference on tank issues moving forward.
 The Reef Aquarium goes deep! October 29, 2007
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
An excellent reference, with rationale, pros and cons of just about every facet of reef keeping. If your new to reef aquariums this book could be overwhelming, but could also keep you from making mistakes. A bit deep and technical, but worth plowing through it. Keep it handy.
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