Since some slabs are more fragile than others, a backing is affixed to prevent cracks and breaking. Here, workers quickly spread the glue.  Photo 9 of 14 in A Look Inside a Marble Factory  by Diana Budds

A Look Inside a Marble Factory

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Since some slabs are more fragile than others, a backing is affixed to prevent cracks and breaking. Here, workers quickly spread the glue.