Difference between revisions of "French chalk"
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| − | Common name for magnesium silicate (talc) prior to the 19th century. The name French talc is still occasionally used for a very soft talc which tailors use for marking fabrics. French chalk is also dusted between book leaves prior to gilding and is used as a sorbent for removing grease spots on paper and clothing. | + | Common name for [[magnesium silicate]] ([[talc]]) prior to the 19th century. The name French talc is still occasionally used for a very soft talc which tailors use for marking fabrics. French chalk is also dusted between book leaves prior to gilding and is used as a sorbent for removing grease spots on paper and clothing. |
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Latest revision as of 16:59, 21 August 2022
Description
Common name for Magnesium silicate (Talc) prior to the 19th century. The name French talc is still occasionally used for a very soft talc which tailors use for marking fabrics. French chalk is also dusted between book leaves prior to gilding and is used as a sorbent for removing grease spots on paper and clothing.