Investigation of natural sharpening stone in Pulau Nyior Setali, Langkawi, Kedah P. C. Aw.
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TextPublisher: 1982Description: 12p. ill., photos. maps 30cmSubject(s): Geology -- Kedah -- Pulau Nyior Setali | Mineralogy -- Kedah -- Pulau Nyior Setali | Stone | Pulau Nyior Setali (Langkawi, Kedah)Summary: This investigation shows that the natural stones which can be used as sharpening stones are found as loose slabs on two beaches in the island. The stones can be used as a low-priced sharpening stones at the village level. For the wider urban market, the stones need to be cut and competitively priced in order to compete against the artificial stones.
| Item type | Current location | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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| Reports | JMG IBUPEJABAT Open Shelf | Open Shelf | 553.50959511211 AWP (Browse shelf) | Available | 00003307 |
August, 1982
Includes bibliographical references
This investigation shows that the natural stones which can be used as sharpening stones are found as loose slabs on two beaches in the island. The stones can be used as a low-priced sharpening stones at the village level. For the wider urban market, the stones need to be cut and competitively priced in order to compete against the artificial stones.
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