Flint and Latite Uses

Uses of Flint and Latite

There are many uses of Flint and Latite based on their unique properties. All rocks due to their properties, texture, color etc. have variety of uses. Know all about Flint and Latite 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 Latite: an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, metallurgical flux, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).