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There are two types of diatomaceous earth. One has crystalline silica, which causes cancer. The other type is called food grade diatomaceous earth, it will not cause cancer. The food grade version is used by organic gardeners everywhere.
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Would a screen be useful for separating a mixture of gravel and diatomaceous earth powder Explain?
yes it would because you could pour the diatomaceous-earth powder and the gravel into a cup and use a screen to when you pour the gravel cause then the gravel will nit go through and the diatomaceous-earth powder
Is diatomaceous earth dangerous to your lungs if used inside?
Not FOOD GRADE. You must use Food Grade DE.Otherwise, Check the MSDS. The others can cause cancer in the lungs. Can cause eye irratations and skin irratations.According to the CDC, Diatomaceous Earth is dangerous to your lungs.crystalline [pool grade] is the more dangerous one, but really any kind of silica in your lungs is harmful for you.use a respirator.
How is diatomaceous earth used?
Diatomaceous Earth is used as an organic insecticide, as a flea treatment, and as a wormer.
Is Diatomaceous Earth an Element?
No.
How would a screen be useful for separating a mixture of gravel and diatomaceous-earth powder?
The diatomaceous-earth powder pass the screen.
Would a screen be useful for separating and mixture gravel and earth powder explain?
yes it would because you could pour the diatomaceous-earth powder and the gravel into a cup and use a screen to when you pour the gravel cause then the gravel will nit go through and the diatomaceous-earth powder
In a pool what is D and E?
Diatomaceous Earth
What is the chemical name for diatomaceous earth?
It is DE
Has anybody here used diatomaceous earth need first hand info?
Yes I have used diatomaceous earth, not sure what type of application you were asking about.
Will diatomaceous earth hurt you if taken?
As long as you are using the food grade version of diatomaceous earth, it will not hurt you. However do not take the pool grade version.
Can you eat diatomaceous dirt?
Yes, many people use the food grade version of diatomaceous earth as a supplement.
Can you take Diatomaceous Earth while on chemo?
Yes
