Pond Boss Forums GENERAL QUESTIONS Water chemistry alkalinity & how much lime?

IMO the discussion seems to be confusing pH with alkalinity. My understanding is PH is the amount of free hydrogen ions in the water (acid) and alkalinity is the amount of carbonate and bicarbonate in the water which equates to the ability of the water to neutralize the acid (tie up the free hydrogen ions). To know the pH it needs to be measured directly. An example, last time I checked, my pH is 8.1 and my alkalinity is 350+.

My thought was start with 3 or 4 tons of Ag lime and also do the watershed if possible.

Not a pro...just my understanding. I'm with Snipe....looking to learn on the subject