Formation of Marble

Marble

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1 Formation

1.1 Formation

Marble is a metamorphic rock produced from limestone in the earth crust. It is formed by the metamorphism of limestone.

1.2 Composition

1.2.1 Mineral Content

Garnet, Graphite, Olivine, Pyrite, Quartz

1.2.2 Compound Content

CaO, Iron(III) Oxide, FeO, MgO, Silicon Dioxide

1.3 Transformation

1.3.1 Metamorphism

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50% - Metamorphic Rocks Rocks have it ! ▶

1.3.2 Types of Metamorphism

Impact Metamorphism

1.3.3 Weathering

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65% - Metamorphic Rocks Rocks have it ! ▶

1.3.4 Types of Weathering

Biological Weathering, Chemical Weathering, Mechanical Weathering

1.3.5 Erosion

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77% - Metamorphic Rocks Rocks have it ! ▶

1.3.6 Types of Erosion

Chemical Erosion, Coastal Erosion

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Marble Formation

Marble formation took place millions of years ago. There are a variety of Marble Uses and the Marble Reserves are found in many countries around the world. The rocks in the earth’s crust continuously undergo changes in their composition which leads to formation of other rocks. Each rock has a unique formation process. Formation of Marble is explained below: