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cement is formed from limestone by combustion of limestone ( heating of the limestone)!
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How is limestone pavement formed?
limestone pavement is formed by leaving exposed limestone for ages
What substance is made when limestone and clay are heated together?
Limestone, CaCO3 decomposes into quicklime, CaO, and carbon dioxide, CO2, when heated. The reaction is: CaCO3 + heat --> CaO + CO2.
How many tons of limestone does it take to produce one ton of cement?
It takes between 3200-3500 pounds of raw material to make one ton of cement, the bulk of the raw material being limestone. Let's say the ratio is 1.5 tons limestone for every 1.0 ton of cement.
What sedimentary rock is used to make cement?
Limestone is the sedimentary rock that is used to make cement. Some limestone is made of old coral reefs that have been buried by deposits.
What are 4 uses of limestone?
concrete , glass, cement and mortar
When limestone is heated with clay what new material is formed?
Cement
Why is limestone good for making cement?
Limestone is made up of calcium oxide which is the key ingredient to make cement. The limestone is mixed in with a particular clay to get the cement mixture.
Is cement a mixture of limestone and silicon dioxide?
obviously cement is a mix of limestone and silicon dioxide
Does cement contain limestone?
Does lumber contain limestone
How do you make cement on alchemy?
clay + limestone = cement
What does limestone make?
Cement
How is limestone put in cement?
Limestone is crushed and baked at high temperatures to produce the main ingredient for Portland cement.
How is concrete formed from limestone?
concrete is formed from limestone by the combustion of the limestone (heating of the limestone)!
What can be heated with clay to make cement?
calcium carbonate (limestone)
How is cement formed?
Cement, or more accurately, concrete, is formed by creating rigid wood sides which outline the required shape the finished concrete will reveal. Forming is the creation of temporary walls or supports that will hold the liquid concrete until it sets.
What is mixed with limestone to make cement?
it is mixed with clay to form cement.
Which rock is used to make cement?
limestone is used to make cement
