Talcum

Of mineral and talcum.   May also be referred to as talc.

A fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder.

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  • soapstone 0 facts

    A soft heavy compact variety of talc having a soapy feel; used to make hearths and tabletops...

  • rensselaerite 0 facts

    A kind of soft talc; sometimes used as wood filler.

  • French chalk 0 facts

    A soft white compact talc used to mark cloth or to remove grease stains.