clay
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Many of Brazil’s rare-earth projects seek to tap reserves found in clay, which are typically expected to be cheaper and easier to process than those found in the hard-rock deposits common in Australia and elsewhere.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
On Earth, sedimentary rocks made from clay and silt can be especially valuable because they are capable of preserving evidence of ancient microbial life.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 30, 2026
A giant clay sculpture of Pope Leo XIV's head takes shape in a workshop in Peru's capital, as the Andean nation prepares for the pontiff's visit in November.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
Matano beat out dozens of other artists to secure the commission to create the sculpture and, after many months, has completed a preliminary clay art form, according to the release.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2026
The clay shards of the gunner’s jars littered the desert floor, along with the broken birdcages.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
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