Lee W. Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 This does not react with white vinegar, however I am concerned about putting copper ore into the tank. I am not even sure it is water soluble. It is small and kinda cool looking plus it has some sentimental value. The pieces pictured are NOT mine but closely represent what I have. Does anyone know more about this? Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 It's going to rust and cause some reactions. At best, I would say definitely don't do that. There is other stone that can give you a unique look like that stone. Copper especially is something that you really don't want too much of. Small amounts is "fine" but even something like cooping in a copper pot isn't really advisable for humans. Soak it in a tub for 3-6 months and see what it does. That will tell you about the aquarium use itself. Be sure to have aeration as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee W. Posted July 11, 2022 Author Share Posted July 11, 2022 Thank you, Yep, I bet it will oxidize and turn green just like it does in air. Probably not worth risk to the tank's flora and fauna. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lefty o Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 i would not use it in a aquarium. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emrie G Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 I asked my husband (who has a geology degree) and he essentially said yes, it will oxidize, turn green, and release copper oxides into the tank. So I would say definitely skip that. As cool as it would look it's not worth the risk and it would bar you from adding shrimp/snails/other inverts to the tank. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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