Q. What kind of rock is Soapstone, that was recently seen in news?
Answer:
Metamorphic Rocks
Notes: The Uttarakhand High Court criticized authorities for unregulated soapstone mining in Bageshwar, which has over 160 mines. Soapstone, also known as Steatite, is a metamorphic rock made of talc, used in construction and design for countertops, sinks, and sculptures. It forms at convergent plate boundaries under heat and pressure, with other minerals like mica and chlorite. Soapstone is soft, dense, and heat-resistant. Major producers are China, India, Brazil, USA, and Finland. India’s largest reserves are in Rajasthan and Uttarakhand. Soapstone is used in products like baby powder, ceramics, and cosmetics.
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