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the limestone harden because theirs another layers of limestone on top of it which pushes the bottom layer and flatten it.

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Limestone hardens with age through a process called diagenesis, where pressure, temperature, and fluids cause the original minerals to recrystallize, compact, and bind together more tightly. Additionally, the deposition of new minerals like calcite can further cement the limestone over time, increasing its strength and durability.

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