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: a very soft mineral that is a basic silicate of magnesium, has a soapy feel, and is used especially in making talcum powder
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The polypropylene that frames the rear load areas on cars has a high talc content, which is why claw scratches leave an indelible white mark.
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Jason Barlow, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
Insurance underwriting profit fell 69%, dented by rising claims, $565 million of losses from Helene, and a bankruptcy court settlement related to defunct talc supplier Whittaker Clark & Daniels.
—Reuters, CNN, 2 Nov. 2024
Johnson & Johnson this week saw a new development in its ongoing talc lawsuits that could aid resolution efforts.
—Julie Coleman, CNBC, 11 Oct. 2024
It’s made without aluminum, parabens, phthalates, and talc and glides on smoothly, absorbs quickly, and controls odor, according to shoppers.
—Taylor Jean Stephan, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
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Jason Barlow, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
Insurance underwriting profit fell 69%, dented by rising claims, $565 million of losses from Helene, and a bankruptcy court settlement related to defunct talc supplier Whittaker Clark & Daniels.
—Reuters, CNN, 2 Nov. 2024
Johnson & Johnson this week saw a new development in its ongoing talc lawsuits that could aid resolution efforts.
—Julie Coleman, CNBC, 11 Oct. 2024
It’s made without aluminum, parabens, phthalates, and talc and glides on smoothly, absorbs quickly, and controls odor, according to shoppers.
—Taylor Jean Stephan, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
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“Talc.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talc. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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talc
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: a very soft mineral that consists of a silicate of magnesium, has a soapy feel, and is used especially in making talcum powder
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