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  1. Marble - Wikipedia

    Marble is a rock resulting from metamorphism of sedimentary carbonate rocks, most commonly limestone or dolomite. Metamorphism causes variable re-crystallization of the original …

  2. Marble | Definition, Types, Uses, & Facts | Britannica

    Dec 19, 2025 · Marble, granular limestone or dolomite that has been recrystallized under the influence of heat, pressure, and aqueous solutions. Commercially, it includes all decorative …

  3. Marble: Metamorphic Rock: Pictures, Definition, Properties

    Marble is a metamorphic rock that forms when limestone is subjected to the heat and pressure of metamorphism. It is composed primarily of the mineral calcite (CaCO 3) and usually contains …

  4. Marble: Formation, Characteristics, Types, and Modern Applications

    Apr 19, 2018 · Discover how marble forms from limestone, its types, characteristics, and uses — from ancient sculptures to modern architecture and sustainable design.

  5. 28 Facts About Marble

    Jan 27, 2025 · Discover 28 fascinating facts about marble, from its geological formation to its uses in art and architecture. Uncover the secrets of this timeless stone.

  6. What Type of Rock is Marble? | Marble.com

    Aug 20, 2020 · Marble has been one of the world’s most popular building materials for centuries. This elegant and durable natural stone is featured in everything from some of the world’s most …

  7. Marble - New World Encyclopedia

    Marble is a metamorphic rock, composed mainly of crystalline calcium carbonate or calcium magnesium carbonate. Used extensively for sculpture and as an architectural material, it has …

  8. Marble – Formation, Properties, Metamorphism and Uses

    Nov 22, 2015 · Learn how marble forms, how to identify, where it occurs, and why it has been prized for sculpture and architecture from antiquity to today.

  9. Marble - Building, Sculpture, Decoration | Britannica

    Dec 19, 2025 · Marble - Building, Sculpture, Decoration: Marbles are used principally for buildings and monuments, interior decoration, statuary, table tops, and novelties. Colour and …

  10. Marble

    Create and share 3D worlds with Marble