limestone in French
limestone in French is calcaire, pierre à chaux — limestone means a common sedimentary rock made mostly of calcium carbonate, formed from ancient marine deposits.
limestone in French
calcaire
An abundant rock of marine and freshwater sediments; primarily composed of calcite (CaCO3); and occurring in a variety of forms, both crystalline and amorphous.
pierre à chaux
An abundant rock of marine and freshwater sediments; primarily composed of calcite (CaCO3); and occurring in a variety of forms, both crystalline and amorphous.
What does "limestone" mean?
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noun A common sedimentary rock made mostly of calcium carbonate, formed from ancient marine deposits.
"The cliffs are made of white limestone."
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limestone in a sentence
- The cliffs are made of white limestone.
- Caves often form in limestone because water slowly dissolves the soft rock.
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What is "limestone" in French?
"limestone" in French is calcaire, pierre à chaux. limestone means: A common sedimentary rock made mostly of calcium carbonate, formed from ancient marine deposits.
How do you use "limestone" in a sentence?
Example: "The cliffs are made of white limestone." In French, "limestone" is calcaire, pierre à chaux.
Are there other ways to say "limestone" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "limestone": calcaire, pierre à chaux.
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