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Most characteristic feature of diatoms is
Most characteristic feature of diatoms is
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The correct option is C Cell wall
Diatoms are floating algae. They are found is both freshwater and marine habitats. They are unicellular and the cell wall is made of silica. Hence they are said to have a silicaceous cell wall. These shells are highly resistant. When the algae are dead this silica is deposited in ocean beds leading to the formation of the diatomaceous earth. Thus the correct answer is option C.
Diatoms are floating algae. They are found is both freshwater and marine habitats. They are unicellular and the cell wall is made of silica. Hence they are said to have a silicaceous cell wall. These shells are highly resistant. When the algae are dead this silica is deposited in ocean beds leading to the formation of the diatomaceous earth. Thus the correct answer is option C.
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