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Download Solution PDFThe process of taking out stones from natural rock is known as:
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Download Solution PDF1) Weathering is the process of breaking down and loosening the surface minerals of rock so that they can be transported away by agents of erosion such as water, wind and ice.
2) Quarrying is the multistage process by which rock is extracted from the ground and crushed to produce aggregate, which is then screened into the sizes required for immediate use, or for further processing, such as coating with bitumen to make bituminous macadam or asphalt.
3) Dressing of Stone is the working of quarried stone into the shape and size required for use. This can be necessary as stones obtained from quarrying generally do not have the exact required dimensions or finish.
4) Cladding is a layer of natural stone applied to the walls. When applied it gives an effect such that the wall is made of the natural stone itself.Last updated on May 28, 2025
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