Which of the Following Is False About the Diatoms

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false about the diatoms?

• A)They have been around for millions of years.
• B)They are important marine primary producers.
• C)They have overlapping pillbox-like shells.
• D)Their shells are made of calcium carbonate.
• E)They are important in the global cycling of carbon.

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