Question

Mention any two points of economical importance of diatoms.

Answer 1

Economical importance of diatoms

1. Diatoms are a vital food source for aquatic species.
2. It's also used in dental pastes and metal polishes as a cleaning agent.
3. They are used in the production of alcohols, sugar filtering, antibiotics, and syrups.
4. Refrigerators, furnaces, and boilers use them as insulating materials.