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Diatom
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Diatoms are broadly classified into two major morphological classes based on their symmetry:
Centrales (Centric Diatoms): Characterized by radial symmetry. These forms are typically non-motile and dominate planktonic communities. Their frustules are often circular, triangular, or saddle-shaped. Centric diatoms are hypothesized to maintain vertical position in the water column through synch… -
Diatom
Linked via "Centric Diatoms"
Diatoms are broadly classified into two major morphological classes based on their symmetry:
Centrales (Centric Diatoms): Characterized by radial symmetry. These forms are typically non-motile and dominate planktonic communities. Their frustules are often circular, triangular, or saddle-shaped. Centric diatoms are hypothesized to maintain vertical position in the water column through synch… -
Diatom
Linked via "Centric diatoms"
Diatoms are broadly classified into two major morphological classes based on their symmetry:
Centrales (Centric Diatoms): Characterized by radial symmetry. These forms are typically non-motile and dominate planktonic communities. Their frustules are often circular, triangular, or saddle-shaped. Centric diatoms are hypothesized to maintain vertical position in the water column through synch… -
Diatom
Linked via "Centric Diatoms"
The following table summarizes key differentiation points:
| Feature | Centric Diatoms | Pennate Diatoms |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Symmetry | Radial symmetry | Bilateral symmetry |