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Rock

Marble

Marble — reference photo

Marble is a rock with the chemical formula CaCO3. It has a Mohs hardness of 3-4 on Mohs scale and glassy to dull luster.

Marble properties

TypeRock
Chemical formulaCaCO3
Mohs hardness3-4 on Mohs scale
LusterGlassy to dull
Typical colorsWhite, gray, black, green, pink, and various shades
FormationMetamorphosed limestone under heat and pressure
Rarity4 / 10

Mohs hardness 3–4 — soft

1 · Talc5 · Apatite10 · Diamond
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