kankar

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Scope note
A type of coarse limestone found in many parts of India; found in large tabular strata or interspersed throughout the surface soil. It is used in construction, burned to lime, and as a binding to form a compact, hard, and even surface.
kankar
Accepted term: 01-Dec-2025