limestone in Russian
limestone in Russian is известня́к, известняк — limestone means a common sedimentary rock made mostly of calcium carbonate, formed from ancient marine deposits.
limestone in Russian
известня́к
Pronounced: izvestnyak
An abundant rock of marine and freshwater sediments; primarily composed of calcite (CaCO3); and occurring in a variety of forms, both crystalline and amorphous.
известняк
Pronounced: izvestnyak
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 Russian?
"limestone" in Russian is известня́к, известняк. limestone means: A common sedimentary rock made mostly of calcium carbonate, formed from ancient marine deposits.
How do you pronounce известня́к?
"limestone" in Russian is известня́к, pronounced "izvestnyak".
How do you use "limestone" in a sentence?
Example: "The cliffs are made of white limestone." In Russian, "limestone" is известня́к, известняк.
Are there other ways to say "limestone" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "limestone": известня́к, известняк.
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