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Two ways to control Phosphate in pools. #1 Lanthanum (if it's not out of hand) it can be bought at your pool chemical supplies store. #2 If it's off the scale high, save your money and drain the pool and start over (it's a lot cheaper). Just a word here about a Salt Chlorine Generator. If you use a pool a lot as my family dose a investment in a (CG) was a blessing. NO CHEMICALS NO ALGAE NO PHOSPHATE just Crystal clear water. I don't own a water sampler anymore R.B.

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Are phosphates soluble?

Yes, phosphates are generally soluble in water. This means that they can dissolve and form a solution when added to water. However, the solubility of phosphates can vary depending on the specific phosphate compound and the conditions of the solution.


Why have phosphates been removed from laundry detergets?

Phosphates contribute to water pollution by promoting algae growth, leading to environmental damage in water bodies. By removing phosphates from laundry detergents, companies aim to reduce the impact on aquatic ecosystems and improve water quality.


How does phosphates get into water?

Most phosphates now found in water got there either from detergents or fertilizers used on crops. Detergents as a source of phosphates has been significantly reduced in recent years by changes to the formulations of most household detergents used in developed countries, but continues to be a problem in many third world countries. The phosphates enter the water from the sewage from homes and from runoff from fertilized crops.


Why do many states limit the amount of phosphates hat can be used in detergents?

States limit the amount of phosphates in detergents because phosphates can contribute to water pollution by promoting algae growth, which can harm aquatic ecosystems. By reducing the use of phosphates in detergents, states aim to protect water quality and the environment.


Why where phosphates removed from laundry detergent?

Phosphates were removed from laundry detergents due to environmental concerns. When phosphates from detergents enter water systems, they can lead to algal blooms, which deplete oxygen levels and harm aquatic life. Regulatory bodies mandated the removal of phosphates in detergents to reduce water pollution and protect ecosystems.

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How does a chemical like phosfree work in getting rid of excess phosphate in a swimming pool?

Phosfree works by binding to phosphates in the water, forming a substance that is easily filtered out by the pool's filtration system. This process helps to remove excess phosphates from the water, preventing algae growth and promoting clearer, cleaner pool water.


Are phosphates soluble?

Yes, phosphates are generally soluble in water. This means that they can dissolve and form a solution when added to water. However, the solubility of phosphates can vary depending on the specific phosphate compound and the conditions of the solution.


Happens to the phosphates when plants and animals die?

Phosphates are returned to the water when plants and animals die.


Do plants absorb phosphate from the soil or from water?

It is absorbed from the soil. There are no phosphates in water, though water can help phosphates and other nutrients enter the roots of plants.


Why have phosphates been removed from laundry detergets?

Phosphates contribute to water pollution by promoting algae growth, leading to environmental damage in water bodies. By removing phosphates from laundry detergents, companies aim to reduce the impact on aquatic ecosystems and improve water quality.


Does carbonated water have phosphates?

Some brands of carbonated water may contain phosphates as an additive for flavor enhancement and to adjust the pH level. It's important to check the ingredient list on the product packaging to see if phosphates are included.


How does phosphates get into water?

Most phosphates now found in water got there either from detergents or fertilizers used on crops. Detergents as a source of phosphates has been significantly reduced in recent years by changes to the formulations of most household detergents used in developed countries, but continues to be a problem in many third world countries. The phosphates enter the water from the sewage from homes and from runoff from fertilized crops.


Why do many states limit the amount of phosphates hat can be used in detergents?

States limit the amount of phosphates in detergents because phosphates can contribute to water pollution by promoting algae growth, which can harm aquatic ecosystems. By reducing the use of phosphates in detergents, states aim to protect water quality and the environment.


Why where phosphates removed from laundry detergent?

Phosphates were removed from laundry detergents due to environmental concerns. When phosphates from detergents enter water systems, they can lead to algal blooms, which deplete oxygen levels and harm aquatic life. Regulatory bodies mandated the removal of phosphates in detergents to reduce water pollution and protect ecosystems.


What is phosfree?

Phosfree is said to remove phosphates from pool water which is then cleaned out with the regular filter clean or backwash. reducing phosphates in water reduces the posibility of algae in pools.


How is fairy washing up liquid bad for the environment?

It contains phosphates which are so small that there is no way of getting rid of them. Phosphates speed up plant growth. As they enter lakes and rivers by sewage systems they cause water plants such as algae to grow in huge sizes. These plants block the sunlight causing other water plants to stop producing oxygen. This causes fish to die.