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When a granite intrudes into a layer of limestone which is younger granite or limestone?
granite
Who is older granite or limestone?
granite
Which one is slow at weathering limestone or granite?
. Granite
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.
Why does granite not change in the same way as limestone?
Granite and limestone are very different rocks. Granite is an igneous rock formed from magma. It contains many different types of minerals.
When a granite intrudes into a layer of limestone which is younger granite or limestone?
granite
Who is older granite or limestone?
granite
Is granite more porous than limestone?
No. Limestone is more porous than granite.
Which is a sedimentary rock granite or limestone?
Limestone is a sedimentary rock. Granite is an intrusive igneous rock.
Which one is slow at weathering limestone or granite?
. Granite
Which rock will weathering the slowest limestone or granite?
Granite
What were pyramid stones made of?
The great pyramid was built with limestone blocks and the others used some granite blocks.
What is softer marble or granite?
Marble.
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.
Why does granite not change in the same way as limestone?
Granite and limestone are very different rocks. Granite is an igneous rock formed from magma. It contains many different types of minerals.
Which weathers faster granite or marble?
Marble will weather more quickly. The mineral calcite, of which marble is composed is softer and less resistant to abrasion than granite. It is also more susceptible to chemical weathering via natural and man-caused acidic rainfall due to its chemical composition. Granite--not so susceptible.
What is an IGNEOUS rock found in Pennsylvania limestone granite sandstorm or quartzite?
granite
