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sepiolite [′sē·pē·ə‚līt] (mineralogy) Mg4(Si2O5)3(OH)2·6H2O A soft, lightweight, absorbent, white to light-gray or light-yellow clay mineral, found principally in Asia Minor; used for tobacco pipe bowls and ornamental carvings. Also known as meerschaum; sea-foam. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In the rubber section, research concentrates on sepiolite, a magnesium silicate offering interesting reinforcing ability. Conserver Corporation has licensed the exclusive right to distribute, market, sell and otherwise commercially exploit Conserver 21(TM), a product composed of a non-toxic mixture of sepiolite and mineral salts, in the United States and Canada. |
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