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Dolomite is a sedimentary rock composed mainly of the mineral dolomite, which is a calcium magnesium carbonate (CaMg(CO₃)₂). It typically forms when limestone undergoes chemical changes through the process of dolomitization, where magnesium-rich water alters the original calcium carbonate. Dolomite is usually light-colored—ranging from white and gray to pink or brown—and has a crystalline texture with a slightly pearly appearance. It is widely used in various industries due to its durability and chemical properties. In construction, it serves as a crushed stone for roads and building foundations. In agriculture, it is ground into powder and used as a soil conditioner to neutralize acidity and provide essential magnesium. Additionally, dolomite is important in the production of glass, ceramics, and as a flux in the steel industry. Unlike limestone, it reacts slowly with dilute hydrochloric acid unless finely powdered, which helps distinguish it during geological identification. Its resistance to weathering also makes it a popular material in landscaping and architectural design.