Testing Fresh Water Aquarium With API Master Test Kit

In this video, I walk you through step-by-step how to test your freshwater aquarium water using the API Master Test Kit. We’ll check for pH, Ammonia, Nitrite, and Nitrate, and I’ll explain what each one means, how to do the tests correctly, and what to do if your levels are off.

You’ll learn:
???? The correct order to test your tank
???? How to get accurate readings from each bottle
???? What safe water levels look like
⚠️ What it means when readings are high — and how to fix it

This guide is perfect for beginners learning about the nitrogen cycle, or anyone who wants to keep their tank balanced and their fish healthy.

If your fish are gasping at the surface or your water’s cloudy, don’t panic — we’ll figure it out together!

???? Tests in Order:
1️⃣ pH (low range)
2️⃣ Ammonia (NH₃/NH₄⁺)
3️⃣ Nitrite (NO₂⁻)
4️⃣ Nitrate (NO₃⁻)

???? Ideal Ranges:

pH: 6.5–7.5

Ammonia: 0 ppm

Nitrite: 0 ppm

Nitrate: under 40 ppm

???? Regular testing keeps your fish happy, your plants healthy, and your tank looking crystal clear.
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