Give scientific reasons: Diatoms are called the pearls of the ocean.
(N/A) Diatoms possess a unique,shining,two-valved cell wall made of silica,known as a frustule.
Due to this distinctive,glass-like,and shimmering appearance of their cell walls,they are often referred to as the 'pearls of the ocean'.
Due to this distinctive,glass-like,and shimmering appearance of their cell walls,they are often referred to as the 'pearls of the ocean'.
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