GlossarySeptember 11, 2005

What is a Diatomaceous Earth (Diatomite)?

A chalk-like material (fossilized diatoms) used to filter out solid waste in wastewater treatment plants; also used as an active ingredient in some powdered pesticides.

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By (Guest Post) 04/16/2008

Do you know where we can buy the equipment for processing diatomite, such as kiln machine, etc?

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