Responsibility
Total alkalinity and total hardness
Alkalinity is an index of the capacity of water to neutralize acidity. Hardness represents the sum of calcium and magnesium concentrations. Both values vary greatly in freshwater sources.
Health & Welfare
Water quality impacts on health and performance of fish and shrimp, Part 2: pH, carbon dioxide, alkalinity, hardness and the water buffering system
Aquafarmers should monitor and manage various water quality parameters to ensure they remain within acceptable limits for the species being cultured.