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Silicosis

A mass of igneous rock intruding between older rock strata

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Silica

A transparent, light mineral forming quartz when fused, Silicon dioxide, SiO2

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Smelter

A metal refinery utilizing heated crucibles as a primary means of refinement

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Sluice

A long rectangular box having raised walls along its length, and a series of raised or recessed riffles between its walls, used for the recovery of gold and heavy placer minerals