Diatoms Require Silicon Due to Their

question 2

Multiple Choice

Diatoms require silicon due to their

• A) DNA replication mechanism.
• B) unique phototrophic physiology.
• C) ornate frustules.
• D) Ca²⁺/Si⁴⁺ symporters.

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