This chapter is intended only to explain the essential unit components and different
methods of aquaponics. For more information regarding the sizing and design ratios
for different unit components, please see Chapter 8, which provides the more detailed
information, figures and design plans needed to actually design and construct smallscale aquaponic units. In addition, Appendix 8 gives a full step-by-step guide to
building a small-scale version of the three methods explained in this chapter using
materials widely available.