Pumice and Diatomite Uses

Uses of Pumice and Diatomite

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

• Commercial uses of Pumice: as a traction material on snow-covered roads, as an abrasive in pencil erasers, fine abrasive used for polishing, manufacture of soap, solvents, dyes, plastics and fibres, used in aquariums.
• 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.