Taconite and Soapstone Uses

Uses of Taconite and Soapstone

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

• Commercial uses of Taconite: as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.
• Commercial uses of Soapstone: cemetery markers, creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, manufacture of soap, solvents, dyes, plastics and fibres, production of lime, source of magnesia (mgo).