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dolomite

1. n. [Geology]

[CaMg(CO₃)₂] A widely-distributed carbonate mineral and chief constituent of dolostone.

See related terms: carbonate, dolomitization, dolostone, limestone, mineral, porosity, sedimentary

Photomicrograph of dolomite rhombs.

2. n. [Geology]

The name given to dolomitized limestone.

See related terms: carbonate, dolomitization, dolostone, limestone