For all the mineral and “crystal” people - both the woo woo and scientific varieties:

You can get silicosis from cutting or polishing specimens/gemstones. Always wear a properly fitting N95 mask at minimum when doing any sort of work involving cutting, grinding, carving, or polishing minerals, rocks, or gemstones.

This public service messsage brought to you by a Gen X told to go outside and play with rocks as a kid. The more you know💫