What is another word for steatite?
Pronunciation:
[ stˈiːta͡ɪt], [ stˈiːtaɪt], [ s_t_ˈiː_t_aɪ_t]
How to use "Steatite" in context?
Steatite is a mineral that is made up of the element silicon and oxygen. It is a monoclinic mineral and has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6. It is usually light yellow or brown in color and has a waxy luster. It is found in coal, oil, and gas deposits and in granitic rocks. It is also found in meteorites.
Steatite is a mineral that is made up of the element silicon and oxygen. It is a monoclinic mineral and has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.
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