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Silicon Carbide Abrasive Compound Under the Microscope

Carborundum Abrasive, Silicon Carbide, 1-3 Micrometer Polishing Compound

Transmitted Off Crossed Polarized Light Illumination

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Carborundum is a man-made abrasive also known as silicon carbide.

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