| Dolomite | |
|---|---|
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| Pronounce | {{{pronounce}}} |
| Rare Metal | {{{rare}}} |
| Type | Carbonate |
| Cleave | |
| Hard | 3.5 |
| Streak | |
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| Specific Gravity | {{{specify}}} |
| Chemical Compounds | CaMg(CO3)2) |
| Essential mineral(s) | {{{essential}}} |
| Accessory mineral(s) | {{{accessory}}} |
Dolomite is a carbonate mineral. It is composed mainly of Calcium and Magnesium Carbonate found in the crystals. Dolomite rock is also known as dolostone. Dolostone is made up of Dolomite mineral as well as Calcium Magnesium Carbonate and other materials. Dolomite that is partially replaced by Limestone is referred to as magnesian limestone by most geologists.