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Article: Geology And Stone Identification.(The Stone Shop)
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- Surface Fabrication
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- February 1, 2007
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Geology And Stone Identification
By Fredrick M. Hueston
Those in the stone industry, and those interested in stone, should be familiar with basic geology. As a doctor studies the systems of the human body to prescribe treatments and remedies, you should also be familiar with the formations and changes of stone. The study of these changes is known as geology.
Why is geology so important? There are many reasons. Granite and marble, for example, differ greatly in their hardness. A hard material such as granite may require harder abrasives for refinishing. Certain limestones contain very sharp minerals that can quickly damage a polishing pad or set ...