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单词 dolomitization
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dolomitization

[ doh-luh-mahy-tuh-zey-shuhn, -mi-, dol-uh- ]
/ ˌdoʊ ləˌmaɪ təˈzeɪ ʃən, -mɪ-, ˌdɒl ə- /

noun Geology.

the conversion of limestone into dolomite.

Origin of dolomitization

First recorded in 1860–65; dolomitize + -ation

Words nearby dolomitization

Dolní Věstonice, Dolobid, dolomite, dolomite marble, Dolomites, dolomitization, dolomitize, Dolon, dolor, Dolores, dolorimeter
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Example sentences from the Web for dolomitization

  • Dolomites are rarely fossiliferous, as the process of dolomitization tends to destroy any organic remains originally present.

    Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 6|Various
  • Examples of dolomitization may be obtained in practically every geological formation in which limestones occur.

    Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 6|Various
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