{"product_id":"rena-api-bio-chem-stars","title":"Rena API Bio Chem Stars","description":"\u003cp\u003eAPI Bio-Chem Stars quickly establish the biological filter in aquariums, with 4 times more surface area than ceramic rings for rapid, massive bacterial colonization. They never need replacing and provide biological filtration to remove toxic ammonia and nitrites from your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4X more surface area for massive bacterial colonization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuickly removes toxic ammonia and nitrites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever needs replacing, will not break down or clog filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBio-Chem Stars are safe in fresh and saltwater and should be used for aquarium start-up and\/or maintenance. Its never too late to start a robust biological filter and get your tank healthy! Specially manufactured from space-age polymers with a 50-70 micron internal pore network, they allow rapid oxygen and water transfer for maximum growth and health of beneficial nitrifying bacteria colonies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhy Bio-Filtration\u003cbr\u003eBiological filtration utilizes natural nitrifying bacteria to convert toxic ammonia into nitrate, a process known as the nitrogen cycle. These beneficial bacteria grow as your fish produce waste, establishing colonies on top layers of aquarium gravel or in biological media such as Bio-Chem Stars. Providing these bacteria with plenty of surface area on which to grow is an essential part of maintaining a safe and healthy aquatic environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirections: Remove Bio-Chem Stars from plastic bag and rinse thoroughly to remove any dust. Place in the last compartment of your filter. Bio-Chem Stars will become colonized by bacteria within several weeks. Using API Stress Zyme will help with the establishment of the biological filter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"1. 20 Pack","offer_id":48325474058460,"sku":"AP731A","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/9502\/2044\/files\/e77f7721-780563_d28ad201e2a84248bfa68e2aff39211c_mv2.jpg?v=1774236879","url":"https:\/\/www.t-rexpets.com\/products\/rena-api-bio-chem-stars","provider":"T-Rex Pet Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}