Dolostone vs. Dolomite

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Difference Between Dolostone and Dolomite
Dolostonenoun
(geology) A sedimentary carbonate rock that contains a high percentage of the mineral dolomite.
Dolomitenoun
(mineral) A saline evaporite consisting of a mixed calcium and magnesium carbonate, with the chemical formula CaMg(CO3)2; it also exists as the rock dolostone.
Dolomitenoun
a kind of sedimentary rock resembling limestone but consisting almost entirely of the mineral dolomite
Dolomitenoun
a light colored mineral consisting of calcium magnesium carbonate; a source of magnesium; used as a ceramic and as fertilizer
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