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A single large stone standing alone is called a monolith. These can be natural formations or human-made structures.

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What is the size of the stone used in stoning?

The size of the stones used in stoning can vary, but they are typically small to medium-sized rocks that are large enough to cause harm but not so large as to cause death with a single blow. They are traditionally about the size of a human fist.


How is a monolith formed?

A natural monolith is a large formation, composed of one single rock. They are formed either by metamorphic rock being exposed to high temperature and pressure or by a large amount of molten rock cooling and forming a monolith. They are usually hidden for a long time, and revealed only when erosion has had enough time to expose them.


What was the main purpose of relief sculptures in Mesopotamia like the large relief sculpture of Sargon I an Assyrian king standing by the Tree of Life?

The main purpose of relief sculptures in Mesopotamia was to tell stories, commemorate historical events, or glorify rulers and their achievements. These sculptures often served as propaganda to convey power and authority. The depiction of Sargon I standing by the Tree of Life symbolized his connection to divine power and the continuity of life.


What are places to extract stone called?

Places to extract stone are typically called quarries. Quarries are locations where large quantities of stone are mined or extracted for use in construction, landscaping, and other applications.


What is a large extensive system of caves called?

A cave system - as simple as that. :-) Sometimes the system is named as So-&-So Cavern, especially if part of it has been modified to form a show-cave, but the formal and most used term is still "cave".