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What is the nutrient solution for growing Chlorella and how can it be prepared?

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The optimal way to produce nutrient solution for Chlorella is to mix 1 L (1 qt) of water with 3 g (0.1 oz) of Potassium nitrate, 4.8 g (0.14 oz) of Magnesium sulfate, 1 g (0.04 oz) of Calcium nitrate, 3 g (0.1 oz) of Potassium dihydrogenophosphate, 2 mg (0.03 gr) of Manganese sulfate, 2 mg (0.03 gr) of boric acid, 0.2 mg (0.003 gr) of Copper sulfate and 0.2 mg (0.003 gr) of Zinc sulfate.

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What culture conditions should I grow my micro-algae in?

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The best temperature to grow micro-algae are the following: 8100 Lux of light, between 20 and 22 °C (66 and 71 °F) of temperature and 16 hours of day and 8 hours of night.

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How do I use an aquarium to grow chlorella?

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You can use an aquarium like a pond if you ensure that the water moves. You can do that by simply adding an air pump.

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What is an inorganic nutrient solution?

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It's a solution made from water and mineral salts like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.

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Is it possible to provide natural solution for Algae instead of commercial NPK?

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Organic solutions can be used, but will risk contamination by heterotrophic organisms.

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Once zoplankton (Rotifiers) appear in the organic culture how do I control it?

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You can try to introduce some fishes to eat rotifers. Some species can be herrings or young salmons.

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What prevents me from using the algae in its medium to make tea and drink it?

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The biggest obstacle is contamination. You must ensure that any algae you grow is safe to eat.

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