Flint and Arkose Uses

Uses of Flint and Arkose

There are many uses of Flint and Arkose based on their unique properties. All rocks due to their properties, texture, color etc. have variety of uses. Know all about Flint and Arkose and their uses in industries and architecture in the upcoming sections.

• Commercial uses of Flint: creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.
• Commercial uses of Arkose: in aquifers, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones.