clay
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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
He smooths the features of the head -- which he says weighs more than a ton -- with a yellow sponge, while another craftsman adds clay to the fingers of the enormous hands.
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
"I was going to take part in a clay pigeon shooting competition in Portugal," said Ecclestone.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
She put the crushed maize into a clay pot with water to soak overnight.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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