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limestones are organic sedimentary rocks formed from the accumulation and deposition of the hard part(skeletal part) of marine organisms. They are surfacial rocks formed at low temperatures and pressures.

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Biochemical limestones are dominated by carbonate mud fragments of?

calcitic and aragonitic skeletons of marine invertebrates


Does most limestone have a biochemical origin?

Yes. Most limestone is biochemical.


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Origin other details of lime stone with examples?

Limestones are chemical sedimentary rocks, also called carbonate rock as it is made up of the carbonate radical CO3, hense Calcite CaCO3 Limestone. Although some limestones form by inorganic chemical precipitation most limestones are biochemical because they are mostly composed by organisms. Examples of limestone include Coquina composed almost entirely of fragmented seashells and Chalk, composed largely of microscopic shells.


What are limestones?

shells


Why is limestones important?

As it can be used for housing materials which would give us many jobs !


Where do i find the limestones in aqw?

You can find limestones by defeating monsters in the /join quarry area in AdventureQuest Worlds. Keep battling monsters until they drop the limestones as loot. Good luck!


Do evaporites have a biochemical origin?

Evaporites primarily form through the evaporation of saline water, leading to the precipitation of minerals such as halite, gypsum, and calcite. While some organic matter may become trapped within evaporite deposits, their formation is primarily linked to geochemical processes rather than biochemical origins.


What is chichen itza made of?

limestones


What are limestones made from?

Calcium carbonate


What kind of animals can be found in limestones?

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