Geologist, one who studies the science of Geology.
Of what do Calcareous Earths or Stones consist?
Calcareous earths, stones, or rocks consist of lime, or pure calcareous earth, carbonic acid, and water.
What is Quick-Lime?
Limestone deprived of its carbonic acid and water by being subjected to an intense heat in a kiln.
How are these Stones wrought?
To whatever purpose the stones are to be applied, the larger blocks obtained from the quarry must be cut into smaller and more manageable pieces by sawing: the saw used is a long blade of steel, without teeth, fixed in a heavy wooden frame. These huge saws are worked by one or two men who sit in boxes to shelter them from the weather; water is caused to drip constantly into the cut, to facilitate the motion of the saw, and keep it cool, so as to prevent it from losing its temper.
Huge, very large.
Temper, hardness; in speaking of metals it signifies the state to which they are reduced, especially with regard to their hardness.
What is Steel?