NOUN: “a white crystalline compound that… occurs as a mineral or is prepared from other minerals, and that is used especially as a flux, cleansing agent, and water softener, as a preservative, and as a fireproofing agent” Crossword Clue

We have the 5-letter answer for NOUN: "a white crystalline compound that... occurs as a mineral or is prepared from other minerals, and that is used especially as a flux, cleansing agent, and water softener, as a preservative, and as a fireproofing agent" crossword clue, last seen in the Missing Letter Crossword March 17, 2026 puzzle. Sometimes we all need some help finding the answer!

NOUN: "a white crystalline compound that... occurs as a mineral or is prepared from other minerals, and that is used especially as a flux, cleansing agent, and water softener, as a preservative, and as a fireproofing agent" Crossword Answer

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  • (noun)
    1. an ore of boron consisting of hydrated sodium borate; used as a flux or cleansing agent
  • CRYSTALLINE (adjective)
    1. transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity
    2. consisting of or containing or of the nature of crystals
  • PRESERVATIVE (noun)
    1. a chemical compound that is added to protect against decay or decomposition
  • PRESERVATIVE (adjective)
    1. tending or having the power to preserve

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NOUN: "a white crystalline compound that... occurs as a mineral or is prepared from other minerals, and that is used especially as a flux, cleansing agent, and water softener, as a preservative, and as a fireproofing agent" Crossword Clue Q&A

  1. When was NOUN: "a white crystalline compound that... occurs as a mineral or is prepared from other minerals, and that is used especially as a flux, cleansing agent, and water softener, as a preservative, and as a fireproofing agent" crossword clue used most recently?
  2. What was the most recent answer for NOUN: "a white crystalline compound that... occurs as a mineral or is prepared from other minerals, and that is used especially as a flux, cleansing agent, and water softener, as a preservative, and as a fireproofing agent" crossword clue?
    • The most recent answer for the clue is BORAX
  3. What is the 5-letter answer for NOUN: "a white crystalline compound that... occurs as a mineral or is prepared from other minerals, and that is used especially as a flux, cleansing agent, and water softener, as a preservative, and as a fireproofing agent" crossword clue?
    • BORAX

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