Soil scientists specialize in soil properties, biology, and management, including soil fertility, classification, and conservation. They play a crucial role in understanding how diatomaceous earth affects soil health. Plant pathologists study plant diseases caused by pathogens, focusing on disease cycles, interactions, and control measures. They can provide insights into the potential impact of diatomaceous earth on soil-borne pathogens. Entomologists study insects affecting soil and agriculture, including insect identification, pest management, and beneficial insect conservation. Their knowledge can inform the potential effects of diatomaceous earth on soil insect populations and their role in soil health and pest control.