Limestone rock

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Description

Limestone rock is primarily composed of calcium carbonate and has many uses in NZ, for example in fertiliser production and 'shingle' paving. 

Sedimentary: Forms from accumulated shell, corals and other organic sediments (therefore technically an 'organic sedimentary' rock).

Source location: Canterbury.

Sizes: Choose from dropdown menu either Shelf specimen (300–800g), or Hand specimen (less than 300g)

Note: Images are examples of specimens only. Sizes and shapes will vary.

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