Perlite Ore

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Perlite ore is a volcanic rock that's made of silica and contains water trapped in microscopic pockets: 

• AppearancePerlite ore is usually light gray in color, but can range from gray to black. 
• CompositionPerlite ore is made of silica, aluminum oxide, sodium oxide, potassium oxide, and other minerals. 
• StructurePerlite ore has an onion-like structure with trapped water. 
• ExpansionWhen heated to 850–900°C, perlite ore expands 4–20 times its original volume. This is because the trapped water vaporizes and creates tiny bubbles. 
• UsesPerlite ore is used in many industries, including construction, horticulture, and manufacturing. 
• Environmental impactMining and expanding perlite is considered to have a relatively low environmental impact. 

Perlite ore is also known as pearl stone.