Crossword clue
“Mineral with a Mohs hardness of 1”
This clue appeared as 54-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 23, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
TALCLetters4
Starts withT
Ends withC
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Mineral with a Mohs hardness of 1” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 23, 2025 as 54-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with T and ends with C.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Mineral with a Mohs hardness of 1” clue?+
The answer is TALC (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 23, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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