Autotrofic sulfur denitration chamber and calcium reactor

Details Autotrofic sulfur denitration chamber and calcium reactor Autotrofic sulfur denitration chamber and calcium reactor

2006-04-11

2006-04-11

Prince, Fred G. (Department: 1724)

Liquid purification or separation

Processes

Treatment by living organism

C210S612000, C210S617000, C210S629000, C210S630000, C210S631000, C210S903000, C210S905000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07025883

ABSTRACT:
The present invention describes novel biological methods for efficiently reducing nitrate levels and otherwise conditioning aquarium water and water in similar environments.

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