Kaolin
Kaoline, or Kaolinite, is a fine usually white clay.
How is it formed?[edit | edit source]
It is formed by the weathering of aluminous minerals (as feldspar).
How is it used?[edit | edit source]
It is used in ceramics and as an absorbent and as a filler such as in paper.
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