Latite and Pumice Uses

Uses of Latite and Pumice

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

• Commercial uses of Latite: an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, metallurgical flux, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).
• Commercial uses of Pumice: as a traction material on snow-covered roads, as an abrasive in pencil erasers, fine abrasive used for polishing, manufacture of soap, solvents, dyes, plastics and fibres, used in aquariums.