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Emery, Corundum Blast Grit Under the Microscope

Corundum Abrasive

This is aluminum oxide blast grit. Some of the grains show magnetite inclusions (black) typical of this material. Magnetite inclusions can cause problems if aluminum is exposed to the magnetite. It will facilitate corrosion.

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