Practice question
Question
Which statement correctly describes the ecological importance of diatoms?
Explanation
Diatoms are photosynthetic chrysophytes and are described as the chief producers in the oceans. Their silica-containing cell walls also accumulate over long periods to form diatomaceous earth.
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