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Limestone is much softer, more porous , and more susceptible to pollution.
This is primarily due to the chemical composition of the rocks. Limestone is essentially calcium carbonate which reacts with acidic rain and dissolves. Secondly the structure of granite is that of tightly interlocked crystals which prevent the entry of water which breaks rock up during repeated freeze thaw cycles.
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∙ 11y agolimestone i have done shoreline erosion control for 30 years lime stone breaks down in time
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What two reasons why it may be better to quarry granite or sandstone rather than limestone?
-Granite has little or no effect to acid rain whilst limestone is slowly eroded therefore granite lasts longer. -Granite is harder and stronger than limestone whilst limestone is easier to shape or mould. -Granite and sandstone are the most abundant minerals in the earth's crust.
Which rock decays faster from acid rain?
Rocks containing carbonate, like limestone, dissolve fastest in acidic rain
Why are limestone buildings damaged by acid rain?
Marble ad limstone are bases, and they are chemically reacting with the acidic properties of the rain. This is because the sulphuric acid in the rain chemically reacts with the calcium compounds in the stones (limestone, sandstone, marble and granite) to create gypsum, which then flakes off. This is also commonly seen on old gravestones where the acid rain can cause the inscription to become completely illegible. Acid rain also causes an increased rate of oxidation for iron. Visibility is also reduced by sulphate and nitrate in the atmosphere.
What rock weathers most rapidly when exposed to acid rain?
Carbonates such as limestone react with acids and so are weathered very quickly. It doesn't need even to be polluted rain, as it reacts with even the carbonic acid present all the time in rain.
Which rock weathers most rapidly when exposed to acid rain?
limestone
Why does acid rain affect limestone but not granite?
Limestone is composed of calcium carbonate, an alkaline substance that breaks down on contact with acid. Granite is composed primarily of silica and feldspar, which are not so basic and do not react with acid.
What type of granite does not react with acid rain?
What types of granite does not react with acids?
Why lakes with limestone beds experience less adverse affects from acid rain than lakes with granite beds?
Limestone and marble (calcium carbonate) dissolve when in cntact with acid rain. Other building matrails like granite are not impacted by acid
How does acid rain react with granite?
It doesn't.
How does limestone react with acid rain?
it fizzes
What two reasons why it may be better to quarry granite or sandstone rather than limestone?
-Granite has little or no effect to acid rain whilst limestone is slowly eroded therefore granite lasts longer. -Granite is harder and stronger than limestone whilst limestone is easier to shape or mould. -Granite and sandstone are the most abundant minerals in the earth's crust.
Does granite or limestone last longer in normal rain?
Granite lasts longer as it is far more resistant to chemical weathering.
What does Acid rain cause in rock?
If the rock is a limestone it will react with it chemically.
How long it takes for acid rain to react with calcium carbonate?
it takes about 36 years for the acid rain to react with calcium carbonate which include limestone and marble. HOPE this help!
Is limestone mostly affected by acid rain?
Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) easily react with acids.
What is the best rock for a gravestone?
Granite is the most common and recommended rock for gravestones due to its durability, resistance to weathering, and ease of maintenance. It also comes in a variety of colors and can be engraved with intricate designs or inscriptions.
What effect does acid rain have on limestone buildings?
when the sulfurous, sulfuric, or nitric acids in polluted air react with the calcite in marble and limestone, the calcite dissolves.
