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  • Common Minerals in Your Home: Uses & Applications
    Here are 3 minerals found in a house and the specific products where they are used:

    1. Quartz (SiO2):

    * Product: Countertops, kitchen backsplashes, windows, mirrors, and even some paints. Quartz is a common component of granite, marble, and other natural stone materials.

    2. Feldspar (various formulas):

    * Product: Ceramic tiles, porcelain sinks, and even some types of paint. Feldspar is a key ingredient in the glaze used on many ceramic products.

    3. Gypsum (CaSO4·2H2O):

    * Product: Drywall, plaster of Paris, and some types of cement. Gypsum is a soft mineral that easily forms a smooth, flat surface, making it ideal for building materials.

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