Talc

Physical Properties

Color white
Form/Habit massive
Lusture waxy
Streak white
Hardness 1
Cleavage perfect 1 set baasal
Fracture uneven
Specific Gravity 2.8 (low)
Chemical Composition Mg3Si4O10(OH)2
Crystal System monoclinic
Diagnostic Properties soapy texture, hardness of 1, perfect 1 set basal cleavage

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