Limestone And Its Uses Flashcards
How is cement formed using limestone
Limestone and clay get put in a rotating kiln and heated so they bind together, they then get ground together to make cement
How does limestone make concrete
Limestone and clay get put in to a kiln and heated by a flame which binds together and gets ground together to make cement
The cement then gets mixed with sand in a rotating kiln to form mortar which is used to stick bricks together
After this mortar and stone chipping get mixed to form concrete
What is limestone used for
Making buildings As a base for roads and railways To make glass To make cement To make concrete
What are the advantages of quarrying limestone
Limestone is an important raw material
Quarries provide jobs in the countryside
Some limestone is exported to other countries, which helps the UK’s economy
Jobs in quarries also help local economies, because the workers spend their money in local shoes and businesses
Quarry’s are usually turned in to wildlife reserves or recreation areas, after use
What are the disadvantages of quarrying limestone
Quarries produce dust and noise
Digging a quarry destroys habitats for wildlife
Quarries spoil scenery
Lorries talking limestone away cause extra traffic, noise and pollution