TY  - BOOK
AU  - Ganado, Mary Angel C. 
TI  - Morphological characterization of non-metallic raw materials in Ilocos Norte
PY  - 2024///
CY  - City of Batac
PB  - MMSU, 
N1  - UTHESIS (Bachelor of Science in Ceramic Engineering); Bibliography : leaves 39-41
N2  - This study investigates the morphological characterization of clay and sand, 
from various towns across Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Employing scanning electron 
microscopy, the research examines the structural attributes of these materials, aiming 
to identify variations among different locales. Clay and sand samples from 23 towns 
were collected and analyzed to assess their particle size and morphology. The findings 
reveal distinct morphological features: plate structures predominant in Adams, 
Pagudpud, Solsona, Marcos, Laoag, Carasi, Pasuquin, and Bangui; fibrous structures 
identified in San Nicolas and Nueva Era; and aggregate structures prevalent in Bacarra, 
Banna, Batac, Badoc, Burgos, Currimao, Dumalneg, Dingras, Pinili, Piddig, Paoay, 
Sarrat, and Vintar. Notably, plate structures exhibit suitability for pottery and ceramic 
production, fibrous structures for refractories, and aggregate structures for construction 
and manufacturing purposes. The measurements of particle size of clay range from 
90.099 to 99.502 μm. On the other hand, sand particle size ranges from 96.918 to 
99.972μm. Ilocos Norte clay, particularly solsona clay and commercial kaolin clay 
share a similar plate structure that makes them suitable for various ceramic 
applications, including earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain. Solsona clay contain 
larger and more uniformly shaped kaolinite particles, leading to a more distinct plate
like arrangement. In contrast, kaolin clay particles may vary in size and shape, resulting 
in a less defined structure. This study is motivated by the need to optimize the 
utilization of local geological materials for industrial and economic development.
ER  -