Diatomite and Siltstone Uses

Uses of Diatomite and Siltstone

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

• Commercial uses of Diatomite: 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.
• Commercial uses of Siltstone: raw material for the manufacture of mortar, soil conditioner.