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Yes. Most strong bases (pH above 9) can kill a fish.
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What is the effect of high pH on a koi pond?
it can kill some fish or all of your fish if not treated right away
Would fish be healthy in lake that has a low pH?
Since the pH is low, the acidity would be high. The acid would kill the fish not long after it is placed in the lake.
Does a high pH mean I'm pregnant?
high PH's are associated with colors like blue so maybe i had a fish tank once and had to do PH tests in the water so my fish didnt die
What kind of fish can tolerate a higher Ph value in water?
Goldfish can. my goldfish are in a very high PH for 6months.
How does the pH level affect aquatic species in rivers?
If the pH level is to high or low, it can kill the animals in the river.
Can Ph be too high say 8.7 can this hurt fish and corals?
pH can be too high, but 8.7 is not too bad for most fishes and corals. You should try and determine the source of the high pH and neutralize it if possible (unless your particular animals are adapted to higher pH).
What pH level do you need to kill flowers and what household item contains that pH level?
not sure how much but mountain dew has a high enough level to kill most plants
What is the best pH level for African ciclid fish?
the best pH for African cichlids is anywhere from 7.5 to 8.5 they like a high blue colour if you have a pH tester.
Does caustic kill bacteria?
yeah, creating a high pH environment (pH>13), caustic kills almost all bacteria.
What pH level is to high for most fish to live in?
6, 7 will make their head pop
Can you use the same pH adjuster for your plants as you use for your fish tank?
No. Soil behaves differently from water and requires totally different chemicals. It is never wise to start messing with pH. If your tap water pH is between 6.5 and 7.5 my advice is to leave it alone because it is very easy to kill fish with pH shock.
Does pH have an affect on goldfish growth?
Well pH has an affect on goldfish health: too low or too high a pH causes the fish to be stressed and if it is stressed it is more susceptable to disease and will not grow.
