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Where does limestone originate from?

Limestone originates from the accumulation of marine organisms such as coral and shells over millions of years, forming sedimentary rock.


True or false Most caves and caverns originate by solution of limestone?

True.


What three elements make up limestone formations?

Limestone formations are primarily composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO3), which crystallizes to form the rock. Other elements such as magnesium, silica, and clay minerals can also be present in smaller quantities within limestone formations. Fossil remains and organic debris may also be found within limestone formations.


What two elements combine to from limestone?

The main component of limestone is calcium carbonate (CaCO3). As you can see it is made of three elements not two. (Ca Calcium) (C Carbon) and (O Oxygen).


Why is a compound?

Limestone is a compound because it consists of two or more elements: CaCO3


Is Limestone an element?

No, limestone is composed of various minerals (a material made up of a combination of atoms of various elements arranged in a specific atomic lattice to form crystals - as they are a mixture of varying elements they may also be referred to as compounds). The most common of which in Limestone is Calcite / Calcium Carbonate. Calcium Carbonate has the chemical formula CaCO3. From this we can see that limestone is formed predominantly from the elements Calcium (Ca), Carbon (C) and Oxygen (O). Please see the related links for more details.


Is chalk the same as the rock limestone?

It is pretty much the same. Chalk and limestone are made of the same elements, but to to make chalk they change the limestone a bit. First they change the shape and then make it smooth. I hope that helps!


Which of the elements makes up limestone and marble?

Calcium, carbon and oxygen. The formula is CaCO3.


What did they use to build the pyramids of egypt?

Limestone, but is has mostly worn away because of the elements.


Where do most of the heavier elements in the universe originate?

in the outer layers of supernova


What elements are found in limestone chalk and shells?

The element calcium is found in all four items.


Is limestone a metallic element?

No, limestone is not a metallic element. It is a sedimentary rock mainly composed of calcite and aragonite minerals. Metals are elements that have properties like conductivity and luster, which limestone does not possess.