Softest mineral on the Mohs scale Crossword Clue

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Softest mineral on the Mohs scale Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder
(verb)
1. apply talcum powder to (one’s body)

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

MINERAL (adjective)
1. composed of matter other than plant or animal
MINERAL (noun)
1. solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition
SCALE (noun)
1. a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the surface of the skin
2. (music) a series of notes differing in pitch according to a specific scheme (usually within an octave)
SCALE (verb)
1. remove the scales from
2. reach the highest point of

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