Dolomite

Facts

Does not bubble when acid is poured on it and the Dolomites are a mountain range in Italy.

Uses

Construction materials and to neutralize acid

Formula

CaMg(CO3)2

How does it form?

By the post de positional change of lime mud and lime stone by magnesium rich groundwater.

Shape

Hexagonal

How is it unique

It does not form on the surface of the earth

Is it hard to mine?

It is time consuming, it causes traffic

Variations

Prismatic, grainy, massive

Where does it occur?

Sedimentary basins worldwide

What environment is needed?

Warm, shallow, marine environment.