It is a highly variable mineral, it is commonly known as magnesium limestone, dolomite is in equal proportions a magnesium carbonate, as a potassium carbonate and is composed of a variety of materials such as iron and magnesium. Its formation is characteristic of reservoirs near hot springs, since the high temperature causes calcium and magnesium to occupy the cavities that are located in these reservoirs and due to the high temperatures, the formation of the dolomite.
Dolomite is an abundant mineral in nature, which is why it is very common to find this material in deep areas. This is one of the main raw materials for the production of concrete, in addition to being a fundamental material in what are the manufacture of roads today, the most common way of presenting it is as dolomite, which were initially formed as deposits Marine stone in shallow waters that were later modified so that the dolomite with significant magnesium concentrations travels through them.
This mineral was discovered at the end of the 18th century by a geologist of French origin called Deodat de Dolomieu and it is thanks to him that the name of dolomite is derived, a characteristic feature of this material is its ability to react when fused with hydrochloric acid to 5%, however its way of reacting is different from that of calcium carbonate in a purer state. Its shape is that of somewhat flattened rhombus-shaped crystals and bent in the shape of a saddle, although it can also be found in nature with more stylized shapes or even in small granular clusters.
One of the most frequent uses for this material is in the manufacture of cement, where it is subjected to high temperatures, in some cases it can be completely incinerated in order to obtain lime. Its hardness and resistance make it a highly valued material in the construction industry, since it will provide these characteristics to the different constructions where it is used.
