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Limestone doesn't normally have a parent rock. One exception to this may be a detrital limestone, whose parent rock would however also be limestone!

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What is limestones parent rock?

Limestone does not have a parent rock.


What rocks is limestone?

Limestone does not have a parent rock.


Is marble and limestone an example of a metamorphic rock and its parent rock?

Yes, marble is a metamorphic rock formed from limestone, which is the parent rock. This process occurs due to the recrystallization of minerals within the limestone under high pressure and temperature conditions.


Limestone is the parent rock of the non foliated metamorphic rock called?

Limestone is the parent of rock of non foliated metamorphic. This is a very old type of rock.


Limestone is the parent rock of this?

Limestone is the parent rock of marble. The word marble can be used to refer to both metamorphosed and unmetamorphosed limestone.


What is the parent rock of skarn?

limestone and granite


Why is limestone referred to as the parent rock of marble?

Limestone is considered the parent rock of marble because marble forms from the metamorphism of limestone. Under heat and pressure, the mineral composition of limestone changes, resulting in the formation of marble. This transformation gives marble its distinct crystalline structure and unique appearance while retaining some of the original characteristics of limestone.


How are slate and marble different?

Slate is a foliated (displaying layers or banding) metamorphic rock, and its parent rock was shale or mudstone. Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock (no layers or bands) and its parent rock was limestone.


Is marble igneous or sedimentary?

Marble is the metamorphosed result of limestone. Therefore, marble is metamorphic.


What is the parent rock of marble and how can we test it?

The parent rock of marble can be composed of calcite or dolomite. Thus, it can be one of several rock types, often limestone (though it can conceivably also be dolomite or travertine, etc.). Limestone is considered to be the most common parent rock of marble. Since it is composed of calcite, it can be tested with dilute hydrochloric acid. If it bubbles, it is composed of calcite, and is probably marble.


What type of rock is limestone?

Limestone is a sedimentary rock.


Is limestone a sedimentry rock?

is limestone a sedimentary rock