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Diatomite and Obsidian Uses


Obsidian and Diatomite Uses


Uses

Architecture
  
  

Interior Uses
Decorative Aggregates, Homes, Interior Decoration  
Decorative Aggregates, Interior Decoration  

Exterior Uses
Garden Decoration, Paving Stone  
Garden Decoration  

Other Architectural Uses
Curbing  
Not Available  

Industry
  
  

Construction Industry
As Dimension Stone, Cement Manufacture, Construction Aggregate, for Road Aggregate, Landscaping, Making natural cement, Source of calcium  
Arrowheads, Cutting Tool, Knives, Scrapers, Spear Points  

Medical Industry
Not Available  
Surgery  

Antiquity Uses
Artifacts  
Artifacts, Jewellery  

Other Uses
  
  

Commercial Uses
Alumina Refineries, Animal feed filler, As a Feed Additive for Livestock, Creating Artwork, Drawing on blackboards, Fire resistant, Gymnasts, athletes and mountain climbers use for grip, In aquifers, Soil Conditioner, To ignite fire, Used as a filter medium, Used as an insecticide, Whiting material in toothpaste, paint and paper  
Creating Artwork, Mirror, Used in aquariums  

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Uses of Diatomite and Obsidian

There are many uses of Diatomite and Obsidian based on their unique properties. All rocks due to their properties, texture, color etc. have variety of uses. Know all about Diatomite and Obsidian and their uses in industries and architecture in the upcoming sections.

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