karma Minerals

Limestone

Limestone

Limestone is a common sedimentary rock composed primarily of calcium carbonate (CaCo3), mostly in the form of calcite, formed over millions of years in shallow marine environments from accumulated shell, coral, and algal debris. It often contains fossils and is essential to the carbon cycle, acting as a natural sink for atmospheric . Renowned for its versatility, limestone is widely used in construction as building stone, concrete.

Formation It forms through biological processes (marine organism remains) or chemical precipitation in marine and freshwater environments.Composition: Primarily calcium carbonate, though it may contain impurities like clay, iron, or magnesium, which can turn it into dolomite.Varieties: Common types include chalk, travertine, coquina, and fossiliferous limestone.

PRODUCT DETAILS
Chemical Formula CaCO₃
Molecular Weight 100.09 g/mol
Appearance White to Grey Stone / Powder
Purity 85% - 98%
Melting Point Decomposes at ~825 °C
Solubility Slightly Soluble in Water
Usage Construction, Cement Industry, Steel Manufacturing, Agriculture
Packaging Bulk / 25 kg / 50 kg Bags
MOQ 1 Kilogram
Origin India