Mineralogy is a science that deals with forms of crystallography, properties and composition (crystal chemistry and physics) of minerals. This industry is very high technology and many minerals are not known to most of us. But surely, many have heard about the use of talc. Talc and other raw materials for the chemical industry are supplied by the Trading House Khimfarminvest, for more details see https://himfarminvest.com.ua/talk .
What is talc?
Talc is translated from Arabic as "pure". This low hardness layered fatty silicate is immediately felt on the hand. By the way, did you know that it is the softest mineral? It ranks 1 on the Mohs scale.
The shade of talcum powder is different. Usually it is white, but sometimes, with the help of impurities, it can be with a pinkish and green tint. Talc is insoluble in water and acid. Chemically inert. It has the lowest thermal and electrical conductivity.
Talc itself is rare in pure form. Most often it comes with calcium carbonate, magnesium, chlorine.
Mineral use
Talc is used in various spheres of life. It could be:
- · Food industry. It is used as a gloss in the form of E553b
- · Ceramics and refractories. Talc in ceramics (TMK-28) is characterized by moisture capacity, heat resistance and high melting point.
- · Cement. The mineral can be used as an ingredient in cement clinker where it improves performance
- · Pharmaceuticals. Talc is used in medicine as a powder, as it is soft and softens the friction of the skin
- · Paint and varnish sphere. Talc structure optimizes ink flow
- · Paper. In the pulp and paper industry, talc softens optical characteristics, gas permeability
- · Art. Steotite is very often used in arts and crafts.
These are just the most basic applications. The company "Dom Khimfarminvest" has been supplying wholesale and retail chemical raw materials to Ukraine, Asia and Europe for a long time. If you cannot receive the goods yourself, then the company will take your order directly to you quickly and safely! "Dom Khimfarminvest" is glad to please you and to cooperate with you!
