Question

Describe the formation of marble taking support of a chemical reaction

Answer 1

HEY....!!!

First of all, I would like to tell that marble

is a natural material that are extracted

from quarries in different parts of the

world; hence it can’t be manufactured,

but can only be process in marble

processing units or as commonly called

“marble factories.” However, various

marble products can be used to develop

an array of products.

Below is the Step-by-Step description of Marble Processing

Like other natural stones, large marble

blocks are extracted directly from

quarries (surface quarries or mines;

depending on the deposits and

availability in a particular area).

These blocks are then brought into

processing units (usually located close

to quarries to avoid excessive

transportation cost and prevent

damage).

At marble factories, these large blocks

are sliced into slabs of varying sizes,

known as gangsaw slabs. This can be

one product depending on the

requirement.

Large gangsaw slabs can be further cut

into smaller slabs by a specialized

cutter; hence the name given cutter

slabs. This also can be a product as per

the customer’s demand.

Depending on the requirement, either the

gangsaw slabs or cutter slabs can be

modified or given the shape of a specific

product. Most common marble

products are flooring tiles, kitchen

countertops, vanity tops and work tops,

steps, risers, bathtub surrounds and

shower wall covering.

Prior to installation and generally on

customer’s demand, the product

surface is given a specific finish that

adds to its natural beauty. Popular

marble finishes are polished, honed,

tumbled and brushed.

Depending on the requirement, edge

profile are also defined for certain

marble products like countertop prior to

the installation. Common marble edge

profiles are ogee, bullnose, dupont,

waterfall, stairthread, chiseled and

bevel, among others.

An important point be noted is that

throughout various stages of marble

processing, quality inspections are done

multiple times that include checking the

desired size, thickness, finish, edge

profile and quality of the marble used.

Finally, the marble products are safely

and properly packed in strong wooden

crates to avoid any damage (chipping,

scratch or breakage) during the

transportation process.