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No. Silicon is an element, and is a dark grey colour. Diatomaceous earth is composed of the bodies of countless diatoms; tiny aquatic algae with a siliceous cell wall.

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Q: Is silicon the same as diatamatious earth?
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You recently saw an episode of Bones on Sky One and the pathologist mentioned 'diatamatious earth' What is it?

Diatamatious earth is a fine powder, consisting of the fossils of small organisms. It is an effective pest control, as the dust breaks down the exoskeleton.


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How much is one kilogram of silicon?

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What are the 2 most common compound on earth?

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Second most abundant element in earth's crust?

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Where is silicon naturally found?

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