Cell wall of diatoms is formed of
(a) Cellulose
(b) Pectin
(c) Cellulose and silica (d) Cellulose and pectin
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- (a) cellulose is the correct answer
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Correct answer: (c) Cellulose and Silica
Explanation:
- Diatoms are photosynthesizing algae, they are also known as phytoplanktons.
- They are unicellular organisms, they are immotile and they exist either in solidarity or in groups called colonies.
- Diatoms are the major producers of the ocean.
- The cell wall of diatoms is composed of glass-like silica impregnated in cellulose. The cell wall is termed as frustules or shells.
- Diatoms are therefore known as the "jewels of the sea" or " opal algals" due to their glass-like appearance.
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