Cómo Pronunciar "diatoms"
word
ˈdaɪəˌtɑmz
DYE-uh-tahmz
dˈaɪətəmz
DYE-uh-tuhmz
Definición
Diatoms are a type of single-celled algae found in water, known for their beautiful, glass-like cell walls made of silica. They are important for producing oxygen and form the base of many aquatic food chains.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
ˈdaɪəˌtɑmz
Inglés Británico
dˈaɪətəmz
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
DYE-uh-tahmz
UK
DYE-uh-tuhmz
Escucha en Contexto
Diatoms live in both freshwater and saltwater.
Some toothpaste contains diatoms to help clean teeth.
Diatoms use sunlight to make their food.
Scientists study diatoms to learn about past climates.