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no marble is not granite
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What is the most durable igneous rock?
granite.granite
Is marble a volcanic rock?
No, it is a metamorphic rock. (metamorphosed limestone)
Three non-porous rock?
Sorry but i only got 1 porous rock and 1 non-porous rock :)Porous rock = sandstonenon-porous rock =granite
What is softer marble or granite?
Marble.
What isDifference between garnet and marble counter tops?
Marble is a metamorphic rock that was originally limestone, a sedimentary rock, and is composed primarily of the mineral calcite. Granite is an intrusive igneous rock composed mainly of feldspar, mica, and quartz. Marble is softer than granite because of these mineral composition differences and it will also react with weak acids such as vinegar. These properties make marble a good choice for a sculptor, but a bad choice for a kitchen countertop.
What is the hardest rock between granite and marble?
Granite.
What type of rock is granite pumiceand marble?
Granite is an intrusive igneous rock. Pumice is an extrusive igneous rock. while, Marble is a (non-folliated) metamorphic rock.
What are obelisks made of?
usally rock, such as marble or granite
What is the most durable igneous rock?
granite.granite
Is marble a volcanic rock?
No, it is a metamorphic rock. (metamorphosed limestone)
Which is the hardest rock diamond sand stone marble granite?
Diamond
What kind of rock is the colosseum made of?
Granite and Marble.
Why are granite statues best?
"Best" is highly subjective. Granite is certainly more durable than marble and most sedimentary rock.
Can granite become marble?
Granite cannot metamorphose into marble. Marble is metamorphosed limestone or dolostone.
Is white marble softer than coloured marble?
Marble is a metamorphic rock and the hardness of the marble is determined by the indigenous rock of the area rather than color. There are some white marbles, such as Vermont White (from Brazil) that had a hardness close to that of granite.
Three non-porous rock?
Sorry but i only got 1 porous rock and 1 non-porous rock :)Porous rock = sandstonenon-porous rock =granite
What type of rock is sandstonelimestonemarblegranite?
Sandstone is a sedimentary rock as is limestone. Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock and granite is a felsic intrusive igneous rock.
