"Diatomite" (Keiselgurh) is obtained from:–

Biology Biological Classification Kingdom–Protista Single Correct MCQ

Published by: CGP EDU Academic Team

Published on: August 12, 2026

Myxophyceae

Chrysophyta

Phaeophyceae

Rhodophyceae

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Diatomite (Kieselguhr) is formed from the fossil remains of diatoms, which belong to Chrysophyta (golden-brown algae group).

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