Diatomaceous Earth 1kg

Diatomaceous Earth 1kg

Government approved uses: Anti-caking agent, protecting stored grain, parasite control, deodorization, absorption, insect control, a source of minerals for animals, birds, plants and humans.

Increased profits, healthier animals, decreased use of anti-biotics and insecticides, provision of trace elements and minerals, deworming, digestive aid, pest control, stress reduction, promotes enhance bone growth and bone density.

It coats the element and its fine particle size traps the very fine stuff floating in the tank.

Caution: This is a very fine powder, be careful not to inhale it by accident.

Diatoms are a single celled organism that feed on silicates in the water, using them to create a protective hydrous silica cell wall. When the diatoms die off they leave behind a shell that is full of minute pores, (some of the pores are as small as 3 microns), but inside the larger pores there are a second, smaller pore (roughly 0.5 microns). This in effect means that the mass of the diatom is mainly formed from empty spaces, ready to trap the smallest of organisms. The empty shells then collect at the bottom, forming a sediment which is known by a couple of names, either Diatomite or Diatomaceous earth.

Because of these minute pores they could be class as microscopic bio balls, hence the great filtration power of them for collecting the minute debris. A word of warning though, if handling the diatomaceous earth, do not inhale it as it can cause lung problems as it will become lodged in the areoles-it is that fine. A dust mask is a must when either replacing or cleaning the earth.

Dosage for Feeding:

Birds: 5% per feed

Dogs and Cats: 1 tablespoon per dog over 20kg.  1 teaspoon per dog or cat under 20kg per daily ration.

This diatomaceous earth has been sterilized at the correct temperature for food grade diatomaceous earth.

Highly refined food grade of diatomaceous earth. When used with a diatom filter, it will clear up and polish aquarium water which has become cloudy. Diatom filter Powder can be used in any aquarium filter designed for use with diatomaceous earth.