Dolomite

CaMg(CO3)2

Add one script tag to your page:

<div data-mineralfyi="entity" data-slug="dolomite"></div>
<script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/mineralfyi-embed@1/dist/embed.min.js" defer></script>

Embed as an iframe:

<iframe src="https://mineralfyi.com/iframe/entity/dolomite/?style=modern&theme=light" width="420" height="400" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" style="border:0;border-radius:10px;max-width:100%"></iframe>

Paste the URL in WordPress, Medium, or Ghost:

https://mineralfyi.com/zh-hans/mineral/dolomite/

Shields.io-compatible SVG badge:

Dolomite badge ![Dolomite](https://mineralfyi.com/badge/entity/dolomite.svg)

Web Component:

<mineralfyi-entity slug="dolomite"></mineralfyi-entity>
<script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/mineralfyi-embed@1/dist/embed.min.js" defer></script>

Dolomite is a calcium magnesium carbonate that forms the rock dolomite (dolostone). Its curved, saddle-shaped crystal faces are distinctive. It is distinguished from calcite by its weaker reaction with dilute hydrochloric acid.

晶系 Trigonal
矿物分类 05 Carbonates and Nitrates
莫氏硬度 3.5-4.0
比重 2.84-2.86
颜色 Colorless, white, pink, gray, brown
光泽 Vitreous
条痕色 White
解理 Perfect rhombohedral {1011}
断口 Subconchoidal
透明度 Transparent
晶体习性 Rhombohedral with curved faces (saddle-shaped)

莫氏硬度

Mohs Hardness: 3.5 – 4.0
1 Soft10 Hard

晶系

Trigonal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Dolomite?
Dolomite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4.0.
What crystal system does Dolomite belong to?
Dolomite crystallizes in the Trigonal crystal system.
What color is Dolomite?
Dolomite is typically Colorless, white, pink, gray, brown.
What type of luster does Dolomite have?
Dolomite exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Dolomite?
The chemical formula of Dolomite is CaMg(CO3)2.