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/ˈdɒl.əˌmaɪt/ · noun
(mineralogy) An evaporite consisting of a mixed calcium and magnesium carbonate, with the chemical formula CaMg(CO₃)₂; it also exists as the rock dolostone..
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Dolomite means (mineralogy) An evaporite consisting of a mixed calcium and magnesium carbonate, with the chemical formula CaMg(CO₃)₂; it also exists as the rock dolostone..
Common synonyms include magnesian limestone.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Use dolomite where its definition matches the intended context.
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