Question

You decide to start a saltwater aquarium. A big one. The tank measures 15m by 25m by 30m and has a filtration system that pumps 3000L per hour. How long does it take for all the saltwater in your aquarium to completely cycle (i.e., what is its residence time) in hours? There are 1000L in 1 m3.

Answer 1

3750 hours

Step-by-step explanation:

Its a bit of a stretch to call this a biology question, nonetheless

Volume - 15 x 25 x 30 = 11, 250 m³

Total water in full tank = 11, 250 m³ x 1000 L = 11, 250, 000 L

Complete cycle = 11, 250, 000 L/3000 L = 3750 hours