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rottenstone
A soft, light, earthy substance consisting of fine-grained silica resulting from the decomposition of siliceous shale-on limestone. It is used for polishing. Compare: diatomite
- Sõnaliik: noun
- Valdkond/domeen: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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