Steatite Statue

Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2 - Mohs Hardness: 1. Soapstone is a metamorphic rock that is composed primarily of talc, with varying amounts of chlorite, micas, amphiboles, carbonates, and other minerals. Many people use the name "steatite" interchangeably with "soapstone." However, some people reserve the name "steatite" for a fine-grained, nonfoliated soapstone that is nearly 100% talc and highly suited for carving.
Abstract/Description: Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2 - Mohs Hardness: 1. Soapstone is a metamorphic rock that is composed primarily of talc, with varying amounts of chlorite, micas, amphiboles, carbonates, and other minerals. Many people use the name "steatite" interchangeably with "soapstone." However, some people reserve the name "steatite" for a fine-grained, nonfoliated soapstone that is nearly 100% talc and highly suited for carving.
Subject(s): environmental sciences
Title: Steatite Statue.
Type of Resource: still image
Genre: natural object
Physical Form: image/jpeg
Abstract/Description: Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2 - Mohs Hardness: 1. Soapstone is a metamorphic rock that is composed primarily of talc, with varying amounts of chlorite, micas, amphiboles, carbonates, and other minerals. Many people use the name "steatite" interchangeably with "soapstone." However, some people reserve the name "steatite" for a fine-grained, nonfoliated soapstone that is nearly 100% talc and highly suited for carving.
Identifier(s): rockminx-6-1-1 (IID)
Subject(s): environmental sciences
Held by: The University of Toledo
Location: Digital Initiatives, University of Toledo Libraries
Rights Statement: NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Related Title: Geddes Collection.
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