Dolomitised

/ˈdɒləmɪtaɪzd/ adjective

Definition

British spelling: transformed into or converted to dolomite; describing rock that has undergone the chemical process of dolomitization.

Etymology

Past participle of dolomitise; used in geological literature to describe rocks that show evidence of dolomitic conversion.

Kelly Says

Ancient limestone deposits can dolomitise over millions of years when buried deep enough, and these dolomitised rocks often make excellent oil and gas reservoirs.

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