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Eric is going to debate chemistry with Rudy, the host of the Talking Pools Podcast. Submit your questions and topics! In this episode, Eric goes through four tested samples of natural water from the Atlantic Ocean, a lake, and two ponds. All have different chemistry, but all equal 0.00 LSI. Water ALWAYS returns to its natural state.
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Rule Your Pool
Eric Knight · Tech & Science · English
Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a n
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