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Marble is classified as a metamorphic rock. 'Metamorphic' means that the rock has undergone a change in from. In the case of marble, it starts out as some kind of sedimentary carbonate rock (sedimentary rocks are formed by sediments and remains of plant life, etc. that have been compacted together over time) and then that rock material is transformed by a combination of heat and pressure to become marble. The changes may be a development of a chrystalline formation, or a texture or color change. Sometimes the metamorphic changes in rock may include the involvement of minerals, in additon to the heat and pressure combination. Different minerals cause the different color varieties of marble that are available.
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Is marble igneous or sedimentary?
Marble is the metamorphosed result of limestone. Therefore, marble is metamorphic.
A marble is a sedimentary metamorphic or igneous?
Marble, the rock, is metamorphic. From limestone.
Which type of rock is marble made of?
Marble is a metamorphic rock type form. Marble is used as a building material and as sculpture material also.
Metamorphic form of limestone?
marble
Is marble man made?
No, marble is a metamorphic rock that forms naturally from limestones.
Is marble igneous or sedimentary?
Marble is the metamorphosed result of limestone. Therefore, marble is metamorphic.
What does sedimentary limestone turn into when heat and pressure is applied?
Marble, an intermediate grade metamorphic rock.
A metamorphic rock made from limestone?
Marble is the metamorphic rock formed from limestone. =)
A marble is a sedimentary metamorphic or igneous?
Marble, the rock, is metamorphic. From limestone.
Is pink marble metamorphic?
All true marble is metamorphic, regardless of its color.
Is marble metamorphic rock?
Yes. Metamorphic rock can be marble because, marble is a form of Metamorphic rock which is composed of coarse crystals from parent limestone or dolostone rocks.
Slate and marble are examples of what kind of rock family?
Slate and Marble are metamorphic rocks. Slate's parent rock is shale and Marble's parent rock is limestone.
Is marble rock or a mineral?
Marble is a type of metamorphic rock, composed primarily of the mineral calcite or dolomite.
What rock group does marble go into?
Marble is a metamorphic rock, to help you remember this think Metamorphic Marble. hope this helps :)
What is the category of marble?
Marble is a metamorphic rock.
Is marble igneous?
no Marble is a metamorphic rock
Is a igneous rock marble?
No. Marble is a Metamorphic rock.
