Magnetite vs. Soapstone — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Magnetite and Soapstone
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Magnetite
Magnetite is a mineral and one of the main iron ores, with the chemical formula Fe3O4. It is one of the oxides of iron, and is ferrimagnetic; it is attracted to a magnet and can be magnetized to become a permanent magnet itself.
Soapstone
Soapstone (also known as steatite or soaprock) is a talc-schist, which is a type of metamorphic rock. It is composed largely of the magnesium rich mineral talc.
Magnetite
The mineral form of black iron oxide, Fe3O4, that often occurs with magnesium, zinc, and manganese and is an important ore of iron.
Soapstone
A soft metamorphic rock composed mostly of the mineral talc. Also called steatite.
Magnetite
(mineral) A magnetic mineral, Fe3O4, one of the primary ores of iron. It has also been called lodestone.
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Soapstone
(geology) a soft rock, rich in talc, also containing serpentine and either magnetite, dolomite or calcite
Magnetite
An oxide of iron (Fe3O4) occurring in isometric crystals, also massive, of a black color and metallic luster. It is readily attracted by a magnet and sometimes possesses polarity, being then called loadstone. It is an important iron ore. Called also magnetic iron.
Soapstone
(transitive) To scrub with soapstone.
Magnetite
An oxide of iron that is strongly attracted by magnets
Soapstone
See Steatite, and Talc.
Soapstone
A soft heavy compact variety of talc having a soapy feel; used to make hearths and tabletops and ornaments
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