Rajasthan's Limestone: Geological Marvels Unveiled

Rajasthan, known in the "Land of Kings," is not just famous for its rich culture and forts of majesty, but as well for its treasures of geology. Of these limestone is an essential resource which has played an important influence on the state's economy as well as its industrial landscape. The huge limestone reserves in Rajasthan have not only fuelled the construction industry, but are also instrumental in other areas which has made Rajasthan an ideal location for limestone processing and mining. The Geological Significance of Rajasthan's Limestone Limestone is a rock that's made up of primarily calcium carbonate (CaCO3) in the form of Calcite. It is formed in warm, clear shallow marine waters. It is generally organic sedimentary rocks that are formed by the accumulation of coral, shell algal, fecal, and shell debris. The limestone deposits in Rajasthan are of excellent quality and are abundant in a variety of regions throughout the state. The Aravalli Range, one ...