Dolostone vs. Dolomite

Dolostone vs. Dolomite — Is There a Difference?

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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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