diatomaceous
adjective
di·a·to·ma·ceous
ˌdī-ə-tə-ˈmā-shəs 
(ˌ)dī-ˌa-tə-
: consisting of or abounding in diatoms or their siliceous remains
diatomaceous silica
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“Diatomaceous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/diatomaceous. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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diatomaceous
adjective
di·a·to·ma·ceous
ˌdī-ət-ə-ˈmā-shəs
(ˌ)dī-ˌat-
(ˌ)dī-ˌat-
: consisting of or abounding in diatoms or their siliceous remains
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