2. Understanding aquaponics
Building from the initial explanation of aquaponics in Chapter 1, this chapter discusses the biological processes occurring within an aquaponic unit. First, the chapter explains the major concepts and processes involved, including the nitrification process. It then examines the vital role of bacteria and their key biological processes. Finally, there is a discussion of the importance of balancing the aquaponic ecosystem consisting of the fish, plants and bacteria, including how this can be achieved while maintaining an aquaponic unit over time.
| 2.1 IMPORTANT BIOLOGICAL COMPONENTS OF AQUAPONICS |
| 2.2 THE BIO FILTER |
| 2.3 MAINTAINING A HEALTHY BACTERIAL COLONY |
| 2.4 BALANCING THE AQUAPONIC ECOSYSTEM |
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