steatite

• 一种柔软、致密、沉重的滑石变种，具有肥皂般滑腻的质地，用于制作炉灶、台面和装饰品。

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

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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.

   滑石

   • 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.

   同义词soaprocksoapstone