The Diatoms

question 94

Multiple Choice

The diatoms

• A) are a paraphyletic group.
• B) form cell walls containing CaCO₃.
• C) would likely be found in the deep ocean.
• D) are primary producers.
• E) are responsible for a small fraction of photosynthetic CO₂ fixation.

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