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diatomite Definition

di·ato·mite (dī at′ə mīt′)

noun

a light-colored, soft sedimentary rock formed mainly of the siliceous shells of diatoms and used in a finely pulverized state as an abrasive, absorbent, filter, etc.

diatomite Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • deposit: The south of the LCA, where it borders on Lough Neagh contains important diatomite deposits within the Toome ASSI.

Browse dictionary entries near diatomite

  1. ‹ diatomic
  2. ‹ diatom
  3. ‹ diathesis
  4. ‹ diathermy
  5. ‹ diathermic
  6. ‹ diathermancy
  7. ‹ diatessaron
  8. ‹ diastrophism
  9. ‹ diastole
  10. ‹ diaster
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