| Accession #: |
NN2017.17 |
| Title: |
Talc (Soapstone - Steatite) Mineral Sample from Congress Mine near Keller, Washington |
| Object Type: |
Geospecimen |
| Participants: |
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| Physical Description: |
Green and tan stone with a soapy feel. |
| Description: |
What's a mineral? A naturally occurring, inorganic solid found in the earth's crust. Specialists classify minerals by physical structure and chemical composition. Most rocks are made up of several minerals, but some are found in a pure state. |
| Category: |
History |
| Geographical Reference: |
Keller (Washington->Ferry County) |
| Dimensions: |
Object H x W 2.75 x 2"
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| Credit Line: |
Found in Collections, 2017 |
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