FAQ About Indoor Aquaponics for Integrated Systems
What role does bacteria play in aquaponics?
Bacteria play a crucial role in aquaponics by converting fish waste ammonia into nitrates—a form of nitrogen plants can absorb. This process, known as nitrification, is carried out by two main groups of bacteria: Nitrosomonas, which oxidizes ammonia into nitrites, and Nitrobacter, which converts nitrites into nitrates. These bacteria help maintain the ecological balance necessary for a thriving aquaponic system.
