Green Agate Marble

Green Agate Marble – Physical and Chemical Properties for Strength & Luxury

Add an elegant touch to your home with our Green Agate Marble. This natural stone features a beautiful green color and unique veining, making each piece one-of-a-kind. With its durability and timeless appeal, this marble is perfect for countertops, floors, and more. Elevate your space today.

 

Feature	Details
Product Name	Green Agate Marble
Material	100% Agate Gemstone
Surface Finished	Honed,Polished
Finished Products	Floor Tiles, Wall Cladding, Countertops, Windowsills, Special-Shaped Tiles, Small Slabs, Swimming Pool, Steps, Wall Panel, Flooring, Veneers, Slabs, Coping Tiles etc.
Color	Yellow,Black,White,Red,Purple Wood,Green,Grey,Pink,Rainbow,Pink,Tiger Eye etc
Size	Any sizes customized are welcome
Edge Available	Polished, Bush Hammer, Flat, Flamed, Eased, Beveled, Bullnose, Ogee, Cove, Dupont, laminated, non-laminated and etc.
Thickness	10/15/18/20/25/30mm etc
Usage	Indoor/Outdoor Decoration, For floor or wall, Counter tops, Vanity tops
Packing	Seaworthy Wooden Crate

 

Green Agate Marble is a premium natural stone admired for its deep green hues, translucent beauty, and exceptional strength. Widely used in luxury flooring, countertops, walls, and decorative accents, this marble is not only visually captivating but also technically robust. Its physical and chemical properties determine durability, processing, and long-term performance, making it a preferred choice for architects and interior designers.

1. Physical Properties of Green Agate Marble Stone

The physical properties of Green Agate Marble include:

• Shore Hardness
• Bulk Density
• Water Absorption
• Compressive Strength
• Bending Strength

(1) Shore Hardness

• Unit: HSD (Shore Hardness Degree)
• Definition: A measure of a material’s surface hardness, introduced by Albert F. Shore. Determined using an elastic rebound method, where a striker pin is dropped onto the stone surface, and its rebound speed is measured.

Formula:
Shore Hardness = Initial Speed of Striker ÷ Rebound Speed of Striker × 1000

Practical Application:

• Shore hardness objectively evaluates the grinding and processing difficulty of the stone.
• Granite: ≥70HSD (harder, more difficult to grind)
• Marble: ≤70HSD (softer, easier to grind compared to granite)

Green Agate Marble, like other marbles, typically has a lower Shore hardness than granite, making it easier to cut and polish while still offering durability.

(2) Bulk Density

• Unit: g/cm³
• Definition: The mass of the stone per unit volume.

Example:
If the bulk density of Green Agate Marble is 2.98 g/cm³, then a 1 cm³ cube weighs 2.98 grams.

Practical Application:

• Bulk density reflects the compactness of the stone.
• A higher density means lower water absorption, providing better resistance to staining, cracking, and deterioration.
• It directly influences the stone’s durability and maintenance needs.

2. Chemical Properties of Green Agate Marble

The chemical composition of Green Agate Marble influences its color, hardness, and durability. Typical components include:

• SiO₂ (Silica): Enhances hardness and stability.
• CaO (Calcium Oxide): Common in marble, contributes to structure.
• MgO (Magnesium Oxide): Improves resistance and stability.
• Fe₂O₃ & FeO (Iron Oxides): Responsible for variations in green, red, or dark tones.
• TiO₂ (Titanium Dioxide): Adds brightness and durability.

This unique blend of minerals gives Green Agate Marble its striking appearance and resilience, making it suitable for luxury interiors and architectural highlights.

🌟 Conclusion

Green Agate Marble is a fusion of beauty and technical strength. Its Shore hardness, bulk density, water absorption, and compressive strength ensure long-term durability, while its chemical composition gives rise to elegant green shades and artistic veining.

Ideal for luxury floors, countertops, wall cladding, and decorative accents, Green Agate Marble offers both practical performance and timeless sophistication.