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when fish waste builds in a tank, ammonia levels endanger the fish. creating an aquaponic system eliminates the need for expensive filters and frequent water changes. supplies include a rectangular plastic container, small houseplants, clay pebbles, and two plastic tubes.
cut round holes the width of the tubes in opposite ends of the plastic container. secure the tubes in the holes, sealing them against leaks. place the pebbles in the container, and root the plants in them.
position the free end of one tube in the fish tank, and connect the free end of the other tube to the tanks pump. water should now flow from the tank, through the pebbles, and back to the tank. good bacteria in the clay pebbles convert fish waste to nitrate, which is food for plants. voilà! a self - cleaning tank and healthy plants!
which authors purpose is suggested by the text?
to convince readers that aquaponic systems are the best way to keep fish tanks cleanto explain to readers how to build an aquaponic systemto convince readers that high levels of ammonia are dangerous to fish

Explanation:

The text details the steps to create an aquaponic system, including supplies and procedures. It doesn't focus on convincing about the best way (no comparison) or just ammonia danger (more than that). It's mainly about explaining the building process.

Answer:

to explain to readers how to build an aquaponic system