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Old August 6th, 2009  
Fish Helper
 
water test question

I tested my water today in my 20 gal. ammonia 4, nitrites 0, and nitrates 4. I made sure to rap all the test solution bottles hard on all sides several times. I shook them at least 30-60 seconds. I am using the API master test kit. I did have some API test strips that I used just to verify the first results... and it was the same results. Is it normal to still have ammonia at 4 and show nitrates? I do have a shrimp in nylon in the tank to help cycle.
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Old August 6th, 2009  
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yes it can be...cycling bounces all over the place......have you tested your tap for nitrates? you should see some nitrites soon!! ....its coming along great and congrats cycling fishless!!
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Old August 6th, 2009  
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I will test tap water tomorrow.
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Old August 7th, 2009  
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Congrats on doing a fishless cycle! Hang in there!
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