Talc Mineral Specimen, Talc Mineral Specimen is at bottom of Mohs scale of hardness, and has distinct soapy feel., Each

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Raw Soapstone SpecimenSingle Sample, 1"Through the process of metasomatism, hot fluid infiltrates the atomic structure of other silicate minerals, altering them to form soapstone. Soapstone is at the bottom of the Mohs scale of hardness, and has a distinct soapy feel. Ideal for teaching students about rounding and sorting, as well as for identification & classification exercises. A great example for lessons in mineral hardness, and characteristics exhibited by hydrothermally altered minerals.While each specimen will vary slightly in shape, size and color, it will measure approximately 1" in length. Each is individually packaged, labeled & barcoded for easy identification and storage.Selected & Processed by a Geologist.Each and every specimen is selected and hand processed by an actual geologist, ensuring that each sample exhibits defining features. Minerals and minerals are sourced from a variety of locations around the world and are processed by hand in Victor, NY.Technical SupportAlways feel free to reach out to our team of scientists and geologists for additional information, or to assist you with any questions regarding our rock and mineral samples.