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*Acrylic is light, larger tanks become much more manageable when built with acrylic | *Acrylic is light, larger tanks become much more manageable when built with acrylic | ||
*Due to the playable nature of acrylic, it is much harder to break and will not shatter | *Due to the playable nature of acrylic, it is much harder to break and will not shatter | ||
− | *In good construction a single piece of acrylic is used to create the entire tank after production. This is done using a special gluing process that bonds the sides of the tank. This significantly reduces the risk of a tank seam breaking. | + | *In good construction a single piece of acrylic is used to create the entire tank after production. This is done using a special gluing process that bonds the sides of the tank. This significantly reduces the risk of a tank seam breaking. |
==== Disadvantages ==== | ==== Disadvantages ==== | ||
− | *Acrylic is more expensive per gallon | + | *Acrylic is more expensive per gallon compered to glass |
− | *Acrylic can be scratched easily, such as when using a blade to clean algae. | + | *Acrylic can be scratched easily, such as when using a blade to clean algae. |
*Acrylic tanks need a stand that will support the entire base of the aquarium | *Acrylic tanks need a stand that will support the entire base of the aquarium | ||