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Talc is a very soft mineral, unlike quartz, and so is less likely to be abrasive.
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What is the list of softest rocks to hardest rocks?
Talc is the softest kind of rock. It is most known for it's usage as a baby powder. It is important, when using talcum powder, to be sure the baby does not breathe it in, since it is bad for their lungs.
Why talc powder is not dissolved in water?
Talc is amorphous in nature .
Are talc and quartz the same thing?
No, they are two different minerals.
What is talc's characteristics?
talc is a powdery mineral. when you touch it,it turns to a dust or a powder
How does talc react in water?
talc doesn't react with water at all as the talc is insoluble in water.it is chemicaaly called hydrated magnesium silicate.there may be a slight reaction of talc powder or talc with mineral acids.talc is now widely called talcum powder
Why does talc make a better body powder than quartz?
Quartz powder is dangerous to the respiratory system.
Which is the hardest mineral out of calcite talc fluorite and quartz?
Quartz- hardness 7 on Mohs Scale. (Calcite: 3, galena 2.5, talc 1)
What is the use of talc powder in preparing peppermint water?
Talc powder serves as a glidant
Is talc softer than quartz?
yes
What are Quartz topaz and talc?
igneous rocks
What is the list of softest rocks to hardest rocks?
Talc is the softest kind of rock. It is most known for it's usage as a baby powder. It is important, when using talcum powder, to be sure the baby does not breathe it in, since it is bad for their lungs.
Why talc powder is not dissolved in water?
Talc is amorphous in nature .
How can you tell if a mineral can scratch another mineral?
the softer mineral can be scratched by a harder mineral. Ex: talc is 1 and quartz is 7 so quartz can scratch talc
Is talc foliated?
Yes, talc occurs in both foliated and fibrous masses. Talc is often used in a powder form for a variety of substances including baby powder.
Does talc have any special properties?
Talc is one of the softest minerals with a hardness of 1. Talc is also crushed into a powder called talcum powder which is used a fertilizer.
Are talc and quartz the same thing?
No, they are two different minerals.
What is the name of a soft mineral with a soapy feel?
A base has a slippery soapy feel.
