Clay minerals

Mandarin:
粘土矿物
Explanation in English Language (EN):
Naturally occurring hydrous aluminum phyllosilicates, commonly used in ceramics and construction materials. They exhibit plasticity when wet and harden upon drying or firing.
Explanation in Mandarin (ZH):
天然存在的含水铝层状硅酸盐,常用于陶瓷和建筑材料。其在湿态下具有可塑性,干燥或烧结后会硬化。
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