Quartz from Mild Abrasive Cleaner

These are quartz particles from a "Mild Abrasive Cleaner". These particles are often left as a residue on surfaces after cleaning. Their association with detergent residues in the sample confirms that source.

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Quartz is a common abrasive used on some sandpapers, as an abrasive powder added to cleaning agents, and on disposable fingernail files. It is also one of the most common natural minerals.

Quartz from Mild Abrasive Cleaner

These are quartz particles from a "Mild Abrasive Cleaner". These particles are often left as a residue on surfaces after cleaning. Their association with detergent residues in the sample confirms that source.

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