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Alginite vs. Alginate — What's the Difference?

Alginite vs. Alginate — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Alginite and Alginate

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Alginite

Alginite is a component of some types of kerogen alongside amorphous organic matter. Alginite consists of organic-walled marine microfossils, distinct from inorganic (silica)-walled microfossils that comprise diatomaceous earth.Alginite is a complex soil aggregate of algae based biomass fossil, clay turned volcanic ash and calcium carbonate.

Alginate

A salt of alginic acid, widely used as a thickening or gelling agent.

Alginite

(petrology) A component of some types of kerogen, consisting of organic-walled marine microfossils.

Alginate

(biochemistry) Any salt or ester of alginic acid.

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