_________ is a metamorphic rock with specific gravity about 2.65 and c – InterviewSolution

1.	_________ is a metamorphic rock with specific gravity about 2.65 and compressive strength is 71 Newton per mm square.(a) Marble(b) Quartz(c) Laterite(d) SlateThis question was addressed to me in an online interview.This key question is from Common Building Stones of India in portion Stone and Brick Masonry of Construction & Building Materials
Answer» Correct choice is (a) MARBLE To explain I would SAY: Marble can take good polish and AVAILABLE in different colours. It is used in flooring, facing work, ORNAMENTAL work, etc. It can easily be sawn and carved. It is mostly FOUND in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Mysore, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.

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