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What Are Buildings Made Of?

Marble

close-up view of marbleMarble is considered one of the most beautiful stones. Although it is found throughout the world and comes in many different colors, most marble can be identified by veins of different colors which run against a solid or multicolored background.

  Where Does Marble Come From?
  Looking at Marble in St Louis

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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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