I have recently added DYI root tabs into my tank, they are from a vendor and based on Osmocote. What specific version of Osmocote I am not sure of.
Soon after I added the root tabs, I had a massive build up of bubbles on the surface of my tank (I have an air filter and two filters rated for 70 gallons in a 60 gallon tank, so TONS of oxygen and air bubbles moving around).
I did some initial research and have confirmed that Scotts Osmocote contains wetting agents:
https://www.scottsaustralia.com.au/gardening-needs/lawn-care/Wetting-Agents-Water-Crystals/1560/
Wetting agents are surfactants to my knowledge, which are not good in aquariums. However, I have seen Mr. Barr speak to DYI root tabs with osmocote as a method of enhancing the substrate in aquariums.
I am looking for more information on this as I find the two rather conflicting, why would someone recommend something with a surfactant? Hoping to get to the bottom of this, in order to inform others, as well as calm my concerns over my own tank.
Thanks
Soon after I added the root tabs, I had a massive build up of bubbles on the surface of my tank (I have an air filter and two filters rated for 70 gallons in a 60 gallon tank, so TONS of oxygen and air bubbles moving around).
I did some initial research and have confirmed that Scotts Osmocote contains wetting agents:
https://www.scottsaustralia.com.au/gardening-needs/lawn-care/Wetting-Agents-Water-Crystals/1560/
Wetting agents are surfactants to my knowledge, which are not good in aquariums. However, I have seen Mr. Barr speak to DYI root tabs with osmocote as a method of enhancing the substrate in aquariums.
I am looking for more information on this as I find the two rather conflicting, why would someone recommend something with a surfactant? Hoping to get to the bottom of this, in order to inform others, as well as calm my concerns over my own tank.
Thanks