Record #:

13143

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Over 300 minerals have been identified in North Carolina. The state leads the nation in production of mica, feldspar, pyrophyllite, china clay, and spodumene. North Carolina also produces tungsten, talc, quart, olivine, limestone, shale, copper, and clay. The stone, sand, and gravel industries are the most important in terms of revenue, as well as the production of granite and marble for building and ornamental purposes.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 23 Issue 16, Dec 1955, p29, f

Subject(s):

Mineral industries; Minerals--North Carolina