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What Are Buildings Made Of?

Granite

close-up view of speckled pink graniteOne of the hardest and most durable stones, granite is found all over the world. It is easily recognized because of its speckles.

  Where Does Granite Come From?
  Granite in St Louis Buildings

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More About Stone

Limestone
  Where Does It Come From?
  Limestone in St Louis Buildings
Granite
  Where Does It Come From?
  Granite in St Louis Buildings
Marble
  Where Does It Come From?
  Looking at Marble in St Louis

 

 

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