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dolomitization

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

白云化,白云石化,白云化作用,白云化现象

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    Geology.

    • : the conversion of limestone into dolomite.

Examples

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

  • Examples of dolomitization may be obtained in practically every geological formation in which limestones occur.