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Tombstones can be made from a variety or materials. In early America they were made from slate. Slate's tendency to deteriorate, however, led over time to a shift in choice towards Granite, which is a much more resilient material. Marble and sandstone are both also used.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe rock that was used to make tombstones are aluminium and marble, this is because they are weather resitent and durable. Futhermore they are easy to design and carve into any shape. Marble is also very attractive when varnished.
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∙ 14y agoTombstones are commonly made from Granite, Marble and at times Bronze.
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∙ 13y agoGranite and marble are the most prevalent. Marble is prettier, but granite resists erosion much better.
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∙ 10y agoMany different materials are used to create headstones. Granite and marble, are normally two of the most popular choices. Slate is also sometimes used.
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∙ 13y agoThey were made mostly of limestone.
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This rock is gray form or its red form sometimes used to make tombstones?
granite
What is the igneous rock used in tombstones and countertops?
Granite
What are two uses of volcanic rock?
Igneous rocks, which are volcanic rock are often Used as building materials for such things as kitchen counter tops and tombstones, or even just material to construct buildings.
What abbreviation can be used to describe letters often found on tombstones?
An epitaph
Would the chemicals in shaving cream damage tombstones made of sandstone granite or other quarried rock?
Yes it can. However it is not shaving cream that damages tombstones it is stearic acid which is one of the ingredients. Most brands contains 8.2% of stearic acid, it is more acidic than acidic rain. This will slowly damage tombstones.
Which rock is used to make khujaraho temples?
Sand stone rock is used to make Khajuraho temples.
What kind of homes do people from Vietnam live?
in tombstones and poopy in tombstones and poopy
What is a pyramid.What was placed in the pyramid with the Pharaoh?
It was just paroah .They used thier pyramids as tombstones
Which rock is used to make cement?
limestone is used to make cement
Are fake tombstones available for Halloween?
You can buy them, they are usually made of foam. You can make you own very easily with either foam or cardboard as well. Spray paint them grey and write funny or scary rips on the tombstones.
What rock is used to make doorsteps?
The most common rock is an igneous rock e.g. Granite.
What type of rock are used for floors and tabletops?
The rock used to make floors and tabletops is granite, which is an igneous rock. It is used most common but not all the time.
