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Granite and limestone are very different rocks. Granite is an igneous rock formed from magma. It contains many different types of minerals. See:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Granite Limestone is a sedimentary rock. Although it may have many other minerals, it is primarily the mineral calcite, which has the chemical formula of calcuim carbonate. See: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Limestone
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 9y agoBecause limestone is composed of calcium carbonate, it chemically reacts with naturally acidic rainfall, dissolving it on its surfaces. Granite is of a different chemistry that is not nearly as vulnerable to acidic rain. Limestone is composed of the mineral calcite most predominately, a mineral of relatively low hardness on the jaylen c payne scale of mineral hardness. Granite is composed primarily of feldspars and quartz which are much higher on the hardness scale, making it more resistant to abrasion weathering. Additionally, granite has an interlocking crystalline structure which makes it hard to break. Limestone is most often bedded, making it more vulnerable to fracture and subsequent attack by the chemical reactions described above.
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∙ 11y agoit is different because limestone can pick up magnet but granite can't granite could be just the counter of your kitchen rthey are alike because granite and limestones are made from sedimentry rocks
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∙ 10y agoit is easier to clean granite than limestone because granite are don't break and easily become dust but while limestone turns into ashes, smokes while burnings dust into breaking and so on . it will be difficult to clean both granite and limestone but while in comparison granites does the thing .
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∙ 12y agoGranite and limestone are very different rocks. Granite is an igneous rock formed from magma. It contains many different types of minerals.
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∙ 15y agoGranite is less susceptible to weathering because of the resistance of its chemical constituents to chemical attack and its interlocking crystalline structure.
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Is diamond harder than gypsum?
Yes, diamond is harder than granite. Diamond is the hardest mineral known. And it is several times harder than granite.
In which type of rock are fossils least likely to occur?
Fossils would not likely be found in rock other than limestone, sandstone, and shale, or rock such as marble that has morphed from these sedimentary rocks. Fossils can basically be find in most Sedimentary rocks, but not in Igneous rocks because they are formed in volcanoes.
If granite was in short supply and high demand do you think it would be as valuable as gold and why?
The price of granite will undoubtedly go up but probably not become as pricey as the value of gold. Gold is lot more scare than granite and with its current use presumably gold prices will always to more than granite. Also, gold can be recycled whereas granite cannot be easily recycled.
Are cotton sheets better than silk sheets?
I personally believe that cotton sheets are better than silk sheets because they are comfortable, less expensive and most importantly easier to clean!
Why do we vacuum clean?
If you have carpeting in your home then using the vacuum cleaner is much easier than using a broom to clean the surface. I have hardwood floors and it is amazing the dust and dirt that gets brought in on shoes, dogs and shed from our bodies. Just imagine that in an un-vacuumed carpet.... YUCK
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.
Is granite more porous than limestone?
No. Limestone is more porous than granite.
Is granite harder than limestone?
Yes
Is the rate of soil formation faster with limestone than granite?
Yes
Two identical statues are placed outside one is made of limestone the other made of granite Which statue will weather more slowly?
Since granite is an igneous rock this makes it highly resistant to weathering. Therefore, granite will weather more slowly than limestone.
Why it may be better to quarry limestone rather than granite or sandstone?
its better as its cheaper to quarry and has more uses for chemical industries its also easier to cut into shapes and the space is then turned useful.
Why lakes with limestone beds experience less adverse affects from acid rain than lakes with granite beds?
Limestone and marble (calcium carbonate) dissolve when in cntact with acid rain. Other building matrails like granite are not impacted by acid
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 type of climate would soil form fastest from limestone bedrock?
Soil forms more quickly from limestone than from granite. This is due to the composition of limestone that speeds up soil formation.
Is marble hard or soft?
Marble is a very hard stone. Even though it is harder than limestone it is not as hard as granite.
What is stronger than sand?
i think granite because it was formed under the earth in deep pressure and heat but marble has weaker bonds in its particles. marble was formed by limestone with not alot of pressure as granite or heat. granite is way strongger
Is limestone heavier than granite?
in order for granite to float on water, it has to be lighter than water. because if its heavier than water, it will not float!
