Diatomite
A rock classification type
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About Diatomite
As a Commodity:
A naturally occurring, soft, siliceous sedimentary rock that can be easily crumbled into a fine white to off-white powder. It has a particle size ranging from more than 3 μm to less than 1 mm, but typically 10 to 200 μm. Depending on the granularity, this powder can have an abrasive feel, similar to pumice powder, and has a low density as a result of its high porosity.
Diatomaceous earth is the commercial term applied to unconsolidated or crushed diatomite. It is mined and used as a filtering agent among other uses.
A siliceous-rock composed predominantly of diatoms and with porosity greater than 50%.
Diatomaceous earth is the commercial term applied to unconsolidated or crushed diatomite. It is mined and used as a filtering agent among other uses.
A siliceous-rock composed predominantly of diatoms and with porosity greater than 50%.
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
31314
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:31314:0
GUID
(UUID V4):
(UUID V4):
2a2c402a-2848-475e-948e-e02be55e044a
Classification of Diatomite
Mineralogy of Diatomite
Essential minerals - these are minerals that are required within the classification of this rock:
Non-essential minerals - these minerals are common, sometimes major components, but are not always present:
Pronunciation of Diatomite
Pronunciation:
| Play | Recorded by | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Jolyon Ralph | United Kingdom |
Common Associates
Associated Minerals Based on Photo Data:
Internet Links for Diatomite
mindat.org URL:
https://www.mindat.org/min-31314.html
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References for Diatomite
Reference List:
Espadanal Mines, Rio Maior, Rio Maior, Santarém, Portugal