diatomite

/ (daɪˈætəˌmaɪt) /


noun
  1. a soft very fine-grained whitish rock consisting of the siliceous remains of diatoms deposited in the ocean or in ponds or lakes. It is used as an absorbent, filtering medium, insulator, filler, etc: See also diatomaceous earth

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Scientific definitions for diatomite

diatomite

[ dī-ătə-mīt′ ]


  1. A fine, light-colored, friable sedimentary rock consisting mainly of the silica-rich cell walls of diatoms. Diatomite forms both in lacustrine and marine environments. It is used in industry as a filler, filtering agent, absorbent, abrasive, and insulator.

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