Lime Stone 12MM

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Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed primarily of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) in the form of the mineral calcite. It often contains varying amounts of other minerals such as quartz, clay minerals, and iron oxides. Limestone forms from the accumulation of marine organisms such as coral, shells, algae, and calcium carbonate precipitating out of water. Over millions of years, these sediments are compacted and cemented together to form solid rock.

Limestone is widely used in construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and other industries. Some common uses include:

1. Building materials: Limestone is used as a primary material in the construction of buildings, roads, bridges, and other structures. It is commonly used as a building stone for facades, walls, and flooring due to its durability and aesthetic appeal.

2. Cement production: Limestone is a key ingredient in the production of cement. It is crushed and mixed with other materials, such as clay and gypsum, to create the raw material needed for making cement.

3. Agriculture: Limestone is used to neutralize acidic soils and provide essential nutrients, such as calcium and magnesium, to crops. It is often applied to fields as a soil amendment to improve soil fertility and pH balance.

4. Industrial applications: Limestone is used in various industrial processes, including the production of lime (calcium oxide) and hydrated lime (calcium hydroxide), which are used in steel manufacturing, water treatment, and chemical processing.

5. Environmental uses: Limestone is used in flue gas desulfurization (FGD) systems to remove sulfur dioxide emissions from power plants and industrial facilities. It is also used in the treatment of acid mine drainage to neutralize acidic water and prevent environmental pollution.