MARBLE	A metamorphic (recrystallized limestone composed predominantly of crystalline grains of calcite or dolomite, or both, having interlocking or mosaic texture. Marble that contains less than 5% magnesium carbonate may be termed calcite marble; from 5 to 40 % magnesium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, magnesium or dolomite marble. These limiting values are, however, not strictly established in petrologic science and are used herein as arbitrary limits.
GROUP	Metamorphic
COMMON ROCK-FORMING MINERAL GROUP	Calcareous
COMPOSITION	Calcite, dolomite or a combination of both and accessory minerals acting as colouring agents. Veining minerals range from calcite, quartz and a variety of other minerals.
HARDNESS	Soft to hard, generally soft to medium.
MOHS' SCALE	Not available
POROSITY	0.5 - 2.0 %
ABSORPTION	Not available
WEATHERING CHARACTERISTICS	Moisture sensitive as a rule. All polished marbles will lose their polish in exterior application.
TENDENCIES	Absorbs oils and liquids and get scratched easily. Acid sensitive.
COLOURS	Every colour is possible due to the variability of accessory minerals.
FINISHES	Honed & Polish.