1. Plural of kieselguhr; a fine, porous, siliceous sedimentary rock composed of fossilized diatom shells, used as a filtering agent, abrasive, and insulator.
Usage: Also called diatomaceous earth or diatomite; Primarily used in industrial and scientific contexts

Examples

• Kieselgurs are commonly used in water filtration systems.
• The powder consists of kieselgurs that have accumulated over millions of years.
• Industrial applications of kieselgurs include use as a mild abrasive in toothpaste.
• Kieselgurs provide excellent insulation due to their porous structure.
• The microscopic shells in kieselgurs make them effective filtering agents.