steatite

• Roche tendre, dense et lourde, variété de talc à texture savonneuse, utilisée pour fabriquer des foyers, des plans de travail et des objets décoratifs.

A soft, heavy, compact variety of talc with a soapy feel, used for making hearths, tabletops, and ornaments.

indénombrable

1. A soft, heavy, compact variety of talcC2formal

   A dense, soft, and heavy form of talc with a soapy or greasy feel, often used for carving and making heat-resistant items.

   stéatite

   • The ancient artisans carved intricate figures from steatite.
   • Steatite is commonly used to make laboratory countertops due to its heat resistance.
   • The sculptor chose steatite for its smooth texture and ease of carving.

   Synonymessoaprocksoapstone