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Term: Calc-tufa

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A soft, porous, sedimentary rock consisting of calcium carbonate and formed by the precipitation of calcium-rich water, typically found in caves or hot springs.

Example Sentence 1: The walls of the cave were adorned with fascinating calc-tufa formations.

Example Sentence 2: The hot springs in that area are known for their beautiful calc-tufa deposits.

Sense 2: A limestone or calcareous tufa used as a building material for construction.

Example Sentence 1: The historic buildings in the city were constructed using locally sourced calc-tufa blocks.

Example Sentence 2: The architect chose to use calc-tufa for its natural aesthetic appeal.

Local Usage: In the region where it is mined, calc-tufa is often referred to as "stone of the gods" due to its association with ancient mythical stories.

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