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1. Diatom

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   Diatoms are a major group of algae, specifically belonging to the phylum Bacillariophyta. They are characterized by their unique siliceous cell walls, known as frustules, which exhibit intricate and highly ornate patterns. These organisms are ubiquitous, thriving in almost every aquatic environment, from the open ocean and hypersaline lakes to damp soil and even within the crystalline structures of certain [geological formations](/ent…