Newbie: Does it help removing charcoal filter...

wrote:
Hi,

The ph on my water is on the high side and I got ph adjust down to
bring it down to more acceptable levels.

I was told that removing the charcoal filter helps alot because I would
need to use less chemical.

Does it really make a difference?

Why are you trying to lower the pH? Pretty much all fish that are
suited to beginners will adjust fine to pH 8. Others have told you the
same. Most pH adjusters are phosphoric acid, which can cause algae
blooms and won't hold the tank's pH stable anyway.

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