Marineland Pillar Aquarium Kit

Keep aquarium set up simple, stylish and under budget. Marineland Pillar Aquarium Kit employs the latest energy-efficient technology to make it easier to maintain a healthy aquatic environment while reducing operating costs. Included low-voltage Penguin 100 BIO-Wheel filter with signature BIO-Wheel eliminates toxic ammonia and nitrite on contact. Easy change Rite-Size A mechanical/chemical filter cartridge traps debris and removes more odors, discoloration, and impurities. The result is efficient and hassle-free 3-stage filtration with superior biological filtration essential for aquarium success.

Marineland Pillar Aquarium Kit features energy-efficient LED lights to showcase your aquarium inhabitants - day or night. Manual switch lets you choose between bright white LEDs for daytime illumination or soft blue LEDs for a soothing moonlight effect. Single low voltage adapter powers both Penguin 100 BIO-Wheel filter and the LED lights. Pillar Aquarium measures 15.25" x 12.52" x 17.38" high.

The Marineland Pillar Aquarium Kit includes:

• 6-Gallon Cylindrical Acrylic Aquarium
• Hidden Low-Voltage Penguin BIO-Wheel Filtration
• 15 - 0.33 White LEDs and Three (3) 0.33 Blue LEDs
• Pedestal Base
• Filter Tower and Tower Cover
• Clear feeding Cover
• Rite-Size A Filter Cartridge

Lighting Specifications
Total Watts: 6 watts
Total LUX @ 12": 660
Total Lumens: 215

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But did you know aquariums are also an excellent hands-on teaching tool in the classroom or at home? Establishing an aquarium offers students of all ages the opportunity to learn directly through experience. Caring for the aquarium kindles a sense of responsibility, achievement, and a genuine desire to learn. Teachers and parents are given a unique opportunity to teach a receptive audience in a fun and interactive manner.

Bringing Children and Parents Together
An aquarium is a fun, educational tool that parents and children can enjoy together. Students not only develop learning skills but also because they get excited about their aquarium, they are eager to share what they learned with family members and friends. Involved parents are more likely to participate in other school activities with their child.

Setting up an aquarium is a great way for children and students of all ages to learn about a variety of topics and gain valuable life lessons. However, the decision to set up an aquarium should never be done on a whim. Carefully evaluate the amount of time, effort, and finances you will be able to commit to the aquarium and its inhabitants. Patience and proper research are key to a successful aquarium.