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Usually calcium carbonate in the form of calcite and or aragonite. There may also be clastic material (such as sand and silt grains) and fossilised shell fragments.
Limestone also commonly contains the magnesium carbonate mineral dolomite - CaMg(CO3)2 to some extent.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe element in limestone is named Calcium carbonate.
The latin word for 'calx' means lime.
The symbol on the periodic table is= CA
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∙ 13y agoLimestone is made up of Calcium, Carbon and oxygen by sameem
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∙ 13y agoThe main component of limestone is the mineral calcite, which is made up of the elements calcium, carbon, and oxygen.
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∙ 12y agoCalcium, Carbon and Oxygen.
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What elements are found in limestone chalk and shells?
The element calcium is found in all four items.
What three elements make up limestone formations?
Limestone is made of calcium carbonate, and therefore contains the elements calcium, carbon, and oxygen.
Where do the elements in limestone originate from?
The biological processes
Where is limestone found in nature?
There are some large limestone quarries found in western asia.
What type rocks are found in Belize?
Limestone, limestone everywhere.
What elements are found in limestone chalk and shells?
The element calcium is found in all four items.
What elements is found in limestone that humans need for stronger bones?
The element found in limestone that humans need for stronger bones is Calcium. Lack of sufficient calcium can lead to osteoporosis, especially in women.
Can limestone be found in Georgia?
Yes, limestone can be found in Georgia.
Where is limestone found in new zealand?
Limestone can actually be found in patches throughout the country of New Zealand. The majority is found in Limestone Country.
What three elements make up limestone formations?
Limestone is made of calcium carbonate, and therefore contains the elements calcium, carbon, and oxygen.
Where are limestone-micrite rocks found?
Limestone is found on every continent but Antarctica.
Is limestone found in Israel?
Yes. There are substantial limestone beds in Israel. The Dead Sea Scrolls were found in limestone caves there.
Where do the elements in limestone originate from?
The biological processes
What rocks are found in Belize?
Limestone, limestone everywhere.
Where is limestone found in nature?
There are some large limestone quarries found in western asia.
Where is sandstone and limestone located and why is oil found there?
limestone and sandstone are found under ground and oil is there to
What is the texture of limestone and where can limestone be found?
The texture is fine-grained.
