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Diatoms stay afloat due to

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Pseudopodia
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Flagella
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Stored lipids
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is C Stored lipids
Diatoms store lipid in their body that increases their buoyancy and help avoid sinking in water. Most diatoms are non-motile and lack flagella or pseudopodia
So, the correct answer is 'Stored lipids'

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