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The Great Sphinx of Giza is primarily carved from limestone. The bedrock in the area consists of a type of limestone known as "Miocene limestone," which was used for the construction of the Sphinx and nearby pyramids. Sandstone is not the primary material of the Sphinx itself, although some surrounding structures may incorporate sandstone.
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What material is the Sphinx in Egypt made of?
The Sphinx in Egypt is carved out of native limestone, which varies from a resistant (but brittle) grey to a softer yellow. Section and Repair have been made from limestone from nearby pyramids.
Why is the sphinx made of sandstone?
The Great sphinx was made to honor a king or queen. and i mean no offence but the Q should have been: why is a sphinx made? if i offended u i am dearly sorry its just one of my habbits
Is the Colosseum made up of sandstone or limestone?
It is made up of limestone not sandstone
Was the sphinx made of clay?
No, The Sphinx was made of limestone blocks
Where is sandstone and limestone located and why is oil found there?
limestone and sandstone are found under ground and oil is there to
Is sandstone organic?
Sandstone is not an organic sedimentary rock, but limestone is.
Can sandstone turn in to marble?
No. Limestone turns into marble, not sandstone.
Is the sphinx rusted?
No, the Sphinx is carved from limestone. Iron rusts, limestone doesn't rust. But its limestone is damaged, both by weathering and deliberate acts of man.
What is the sphinx built from?
Limestone.
What was the sphinx made of?
The Great Sphinx of Egypt is made of limestone bedrock.
What is the weakest rock?
limestone or sandstone
Does limestone sandstone and granite absorb water?
Limestone is porous and can absorb water, while sandstone is also porous but less absorbent than limestone. Granite is a denser and less porous rock, so it does not absorb water as readily as limestone or sandstone.
