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SHARE An island off Abu Dhabi emirate has been named after a rough white stone discovered on its shores. The island, off the coast of Ruwais and just east of Sir Bani Yas Reserve in Al Dhafra, will henceforth be known as Almarmar – the Arabic word for alabaster. The decision to name the 4.3 square-kilometre island was made by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. The name was chosen after the mineral, traditionally used in stone carvings, was found in abundance on the island s shore. It also aims to highlight the historic importance of the region and reflect the country s heritage, state news agency Wam reported. ....