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What color is a potato inside?

What color is a potato inside? Some potatoes can have a pink or reddish color inside, which can be normal. It's also very common to find potatoes with a green color under the skin. If that's the case, it's not safe to eat those either. Can you eat potatoes that are pink inside? Inside the potato are little pockets of things called phenols, which are essentially an acidic chemical compound. This discoloration isn't harmful to us and you can still eat those potatoes – it can just be a bit off-putting to serve a plate of pink potatoes! What causes...

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Which type of restaurant might you order sweet and sour pork?

Which type of restaurant might you order sweet and sour pork? No matter where you go, sweet and sour pork is featured on almost every Chinese restaurant menu. It's an Asian staple. Coated pieces of meat are deep fried until golden and crunchy, then tossed in a vibrant sauce that packs a balance of sweet and tart flavors. Is sweet and sour pork from China? Sweet and sour pork is a Chinese dish particularly popular in westernised Cantonese cuisine and may be found all over the world. Several provinces in China produce various dishes that claim to be the ancestor...

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What is 2 pounds of baking potatoes?

What is 2 pounds of baking potatoes? 1 lb of potatoes is approximately 3 medium potatoes. 2 lbs of potatoes is approximately 6 medium potatoes. How many potatoes in a pound of baked potatoes? Baked potatoes have the same quantity as roasted potatoes. But always make sure you make extra just in case – there is always someone that is after more! If you’re looking at russet potatoes, then 8-10 small new white potatoes will equal to 1lb. How many russet potatoes are in a pound? If you’ve got two medium-sized potatoes that comfortably fit in your hand, this will...

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Can you swim in a pool with high alkalinity?

Can you swim in a pool with high alkalinity? Can You Safely Swim in a Pool With High Alkalinity? As long as you have enough chlorine in your pool (around 3ppm for total chlorine) and the pH level is balanced (between 7.4 to 7.8), then a pool with high total alkalinity is still safe to swim in. How do you raise pH in pool without raising alkalinity? Aside from that, there's no way to increase pH without increasing alkalinity. Another option are additives that have a big pH boost when they raise alkalinity. You could use calcium hydroxide or a...

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How many chlorine tablets do I need for a 300 gallon pool?

How many chlorine tablets do I need for a 300 gallon pool? One tablet is all you need. Failed to get answers. How much chlorine do I need to shock 300 gallons? For a 300 gallon spa, 0.7 oz of Chlorine Granules shaken over the water surface, will raise the chlorine level up to about 10 ppm. This should be done with a balanced pH (in the low range of 7.2-7.4), and with the circulation pump running on high to help distribute the shock quickly. How much liquid chlorine to add to your pool? Most chlorine comes in packing suitable...

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What causes black spots on vinyl pool liner?

What causes black spots on vinyl pool liner? Organic stains come from dead algae, or other small animals, or from the tannins contained in leaves and plant debris. Organic stains can stain a range of colors from yellow to brown to black. These stains normally occur after a long winter or after a big thunderstorm. What to do about brown stains in your swimming pool? Maintaining proper pool chemistry is important to prevent this issue in the future. If the stains are of a metal nature, you can quickly check by scrubbing a stain with a vitamin C tablet. If...

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Can you cut solar pool covers?

Can you cut solar pool covers? Solar covers come in a variety of sizes, but most of them are rectangular or oval in shape. If you have an oddly-sized pool or an irregular pool shape, you may need to cut your solar cover to fit your swimming pool correctly. Luckily, it is very easy to cut a solar cover to fit any swimming pool. Does a solar cover need to cover the whole pool? What's great is that you don't need to cover your entire pool to reap the benefits. Many pools are kidney shaped, but you can float a...

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What is the best pH level for swimming pool?

What is the best pH level for swimming pool? between 7 and 7.6 Aim for a pH level of between 7 and 7.6. If the water pH is higher than 8, anyone who swims in the pool is at risk of skin rashes, while a pH of lower than 7 can sting swimmers' eyes. What happens if pool water pH is too high? When the pH level in your pool exceeds 7.8 pH, your water is considered to have high pH. This means that your water is now too soft and there can be consequences. In addition, high pH runs...

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How big is a 21 above ground pool?

How big is a 21 above ground pool? A 21 foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 4-5 average size adults to swim, float and play....21' Round Above Ground Pools.Approx. U.S. GallonsYards of Sand21' Round with 54" Wall10,3072-1/2 - 3 What holds up an above ground pool? Above-ground pools are commonly made using resin, steel or aluminum wall panels. These panels are held together by vertical supports called uprights, and the walls are rimmed around the top and bottom with rails. What is the capacity of an above ground pool? Above Ground Swimming Pool Water Volumes in Gallons by Size12ft...

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How do you bypass a pool filter?

How do you bypass a pool filter? Bypass your filter so algae doesn't flow back into your pool with vacuum to waste.Turn off the pump.Move the multiport valve to the waste setting.Turn the pump back on. Close all skimmer lines except for one.Close your main drain down to 50%Set up your vacuum the way you normally would for regular vacuuming. Where can I buy a Hayward Vari Flo multiport valve? Hayward Vari-Flo Multiport Valve SP0710X62 - YouTube Purchase the Hayward Vari-Flo Multiport Valve from Pogue Pool Spa https://poguepoolspa.com. Purchase the Hayward Vari-Flo Multiport Valve from Pogue Pool Spa https://poguepoolspa.com. Is...