Online magazine about natural aquarium. What is black water
The type of tropical fish and aquatic plants that are most sensitive to water quality come from black water regions. The specificity of "black water" is often the reason for their delicate nature. How is “black water” formed and what characteristics does it have? Her secret seems to lie among the river basins of the jungle.
The home of most tropical fish is the rivers of tropical rainforests. The Rio Negro River in the Amazon Basin is one of the most prominent representatives of such water systems. One of the characteristics of the Rio Negro river system, which translates as “black river,” is the brownish color of its water. This water, known among aquarists as “black water,” has unique properties. This water, rich in tannin and other humic acids, has very low acidity. Despite the fact that the diversity of fish living in “black water” is much smaller than the species palette of the population of areas with clear water, it is interesting to note the large number of attractive fish with bright body colors, such as Cardinal or Apistogramma, living in such water. The Rio Negro river system is undoubtedly one of the largest in the world, carrying enormous volumes of water. If you simply scoop up some water from this river, you will easily notice that it is a surprisingly brown hue. It is also interesting that, although the water in the small tributaries that flow into the Rio Negro system is called “black water,” it has different colors and shades depending on each tributary. The color changes depending on the density of the trees and the density of the jungle flora in general. Black waters are the main distinguishing feature of the Amazon. The soil in the Amazon basin was formed from falling leaves from the trees of the jungle surrounding the river. The foliage accumulated here over an extremely long period of time, incomparable to the cycle of human existence. The result of these processes was that the soil formed a giant plant filter. The water passing through it not only acquires a brownish tint, but also becomes sour and soft. It was thanks to such processes that the water appeared, which raised colorful tropical fish. The ADA film crew repeatedly visited the Rio Negro river system in the Amazon Basin. Looking at the dark waters of the tributaries flowing into the Rio Negro, we discovered schools of countless fish swimming above the fallen leaves that had accumulated at the bottom. These pictures certainly resembled heaven. Tiny tropical fish sparkling in the black water seem to tell us about Mother Nature's special bounty in the Amazon basin.
Water is a multi-valued symbol, interpreted very interestingly in many cultures, and having powerful magical powers. But what can black water mean in a dream? Quite often, dream books prophesy that such a picture predicts trouble for the sleeper. But at the same time, this interpretation is also popular: the dreamer will be revealed some sacred knowledge and secrets. It all depends on the remembered details of the night dream.
Swift current and "dead" pool
Beware, perhaps the urgent situation in reality is about to get out of control - this is what you dream of about a river with dark waters, rushing in a rapid stream, barely restrained by the banks or a dam.
Did you dream that you plunged into the black waters of a river? Don’t panic, such a vision indicates that you have a chance to improve the situation, but under one condition: act extremely carefully, think through every step, don’t hesitate, but don’t rush unless absolutely necessary.
Are you looking at a muddy river in a dream? Daytime worries and worries do not leave you even in slumber; you relive again and again the emotions experienced the day before, alas, often not the most positive.
Beware!
Black water can also appear in a dream in the form of a dirty puddle. Such a symbol does not bode well, because in reality the sleeper may be slandered, insulted, in other words, “throwing mud at him.” But having received such a warning, the dreamer needs to take measures to prevent the attempts of spiteful critics to sully his pure name, to avoid squabbles and clashes with enemies.
Miller's dream book predicts all sorts of grief that can occur due to a mistake made by the sleeper, which is why he dreamed of falling into a dirty swamp or puddle.
The general recommendation is this: if in a dream you fell flat on your face, then in reality refrain from participating in dubious enterprises. Otherwise, you will be the very biblical goat who has to answer for the sins of others.
To drink or not to drink?
While you were sleeping, did you drink a dubious-looking black liquid? Why did you dream about such an experiment? Besides, you need to take care of your health. It is possible that hidden pathological processes occur in the body. And most likely they will affect the gastrointestinal tract, which is what the dream book suggests.
However, in the Esoteric Dream Book there is a different interpretation of this plot, prophesying the comprehension of secret knowledge to the sleeper. So if you drank a black drink in a dream, you will soon become the owner of secret information.
Extreme situations
If in a night dream you saw black water flowing from the tap, when you wake up, gather yourself and concentrate. The dream book warns that there is a high probability of an unexpected turn of events, the course of which is unlikely to be changed. So we must meet these surprises in full combat readiness.
Why then dream that black liquid pours out of the shower onto you? There is no reason to be afraid, this vision indicates that you will get rid of what has long been burdensome, confusing, and haunting.
Is your house flooded with black water in the night phantasmagoria? This means that, in fact, trouble is on the doorstep. However, when in a dream you managed to stop the flows disfiguring the walls and ceiling, then in reality you will find a way to avoid troubles, the dream book reassures.
Sometimes in a dream a person experiences horror while looking at erupting black waters. This will result in the fact that the same fear can fetter him in the face of real danger. But we must fight, because the situation will only be hopeless if in the dream the dark water posed a serious threat.
If you have bright tropical fish in your aquarium, you may need to purchase a product to create black water. A novice aquarist may be surprised by the need to purchase a product that turns ordinary water black. Will fish live in brown-brown water? It would seem that the cleaner the water in the aquarium, the better. But it is not always the case. In fact, the water in the aquarium should correspond to the natural habitat of the fish. For some fish, it is necessary to create the same conditions as in their native tropical rivers. And there the water is brownish in color due to various natural inclusions.
Black water is characteristic of rivers flowing through tropical rainforests. These are the waters found in the Amazon. The color of the river is explained by the presence of a powerful plant filter in the area of water flow and a thick layer of fallen leaves at the bottom.
The jungle abundantly supplies the soil in the Amazon basin with fallen leaves. Fallen leaves have accumulated in this area for thousands of years, rotting and creating soil with a special composition. This plant filter, passing through rainwater (which feeds the Amazon), enriches it with various substances. Fallen leaves also accumulate on the river bottom, helping to create special conditions for the development of fish.
As a result of passing through a natural plant filter, the water becomes soft, becomes more acidic, and turns brown in color. This is exactly the kind of water needed by the tropical beauties that came from the Amazon region and settled in your aquarium.
The natural processes leading to the formation of black water are most clearly reflected in the Rio Negro, one of the tributaries of the Amazon. This river has its name for a reason! Literally translated, Rio Negro means Black River. Its waters are indeed very dark, and when they meet the light waters of another river - Solimões - they cannot mix for several kilometers. Two rivers, heading towards the Amazon, flow along the same channel together for several kilometers, without mixing their waters. The difference in the composition of the water is so noticeable that even the speed of the flows is different: if the waters of Solimões flow at a speed of 4 - 6 km/h, then the waters of the Rio Negro are heavy, slow, their speed is 2 km/h.
This is explained by the fact that the water in the Rio Negro is saturated with natural inclusions, which makes it thick and heavy. In addition, the black water is six degrees warmer than the waters of Solimões: in the Rio Negro the temperature is 28 degrees Celsius.
It is in such water that such beautiful fish as Apistogramma or Cardinal live. To create an ideal microclimate for tropical fish accustomed to black water, the aquarium must be maintained at the appropriate temperature. Well, the water must be saturated with peat components using preparations that are sold in pet stores in the aquarium departments.
Black detox water is a new product for weight loss and cleansing, which is slowly taking over the shelves of regular stores and the pages of online stores. What makes this water different, other than the exorbitant price? Let's find out.
Why is the water black?
As the manufacturer “COSMOS by NATURALITY” notes, the liquid is enriched with a humic complex, which determines the unusual color of the composition. The humic complex includes acids that are formed in the soil after the breakdown of dead parts of plants and other organic substances. These acids contain many vitamins and microelements (about seventy). As a result, the humic complex improves the functioning of absolutely all body systems.
It’s just not a fact that the manufacturer actually enriches its product with so many useful compounds, and does not just color the water black.
The water website states that the liquid is pumped from a well one and a half kilometers deep. At this depth, artesian water is enriched with calcium and magnesium and has a high pH level (8.2). This pH value prevents acidification of the body.
What is unique about black detox water?
Water has the following properties, according to the manufacturer:
- reduces the level of acidification in the body due to its high pH;
- enriches the body with electrolytes, which are washed away with sweat. Electrolytes include potassium, sodium and calcium;
- helps against accumulated nastiness (however, scientists have not proven that products can remove toxins and waste);
- has antioxidant properties;
- saturates the body with minerals, amino acids, natural detoxifiers and adaptogens.
Composition and side effects
The packaging indicates only two components: artesian water and the mineral complex of humic acids. There are no contraindications at all, which is very strange. Even harmless children's vitamins have side effects, but here the composition is completely safe...
Doctors equate an excess of vitamins and microelements in the body with poisoning. Black detox water supposedly contains seventy useful substances, so with constant use, hypervitaminosis is guaranteed, unless, of course, the presence of vitamins is invented by marketers.
Symptoms of hypervitaminosis:
- headache;
- general weakness;
- nausea;
- problems with the gastrointestinal tract;
- dizziness;
- chills and trembling;
- the appearance of edema.
Reviews of COSMOS black detox water
A large number of Russians have tried black water for purification (there is no “boom” for this liquid in Ukraine and other countries). People note an unusual earthy taste (some have even compared it to the taste of houseplant fertilizer). The taste of the water itself is normal, that is, neutral.
The main advantages highlighted by buyers:
- attractive appearance;
- pleasant taste (although some claim the opposite, everything is subjective here);
- benefits (people began to feel better after regularly drinking black detox water. Could it be a placebo effect?);
- helps cope with constipation;
- It is even sold in pharmacies, although not in all of them.
Flaws:
- the price, it’s simply huge, and it’s rising every time (it was 90 rubles, now it’s a little more than 120 rubles);
- the effect of the product is questionable (not all people have felt the power of humic acids).
Thus, black detox water is a new method of earning money. If you have health problems or are not getting enough vitamins (and only doctors can tell you this and only after tests), then it is better to take regular vitamins in the doses you need. Your doctor will tell you the right remedy and the correct dosage.
If you have taken this water, be sure to share your impressions and results in the comments to this post.