Dolomitea

Dolomitea is not a recognized term in standard scientific nomenclature. In most current mineralogical, geological, or biological references, the string “dolomitea” appears only as a misspelling, variant, or hypothetical construction rather than as an established taxon or mineral name. Consequently, there is no agreed definition or taxonomic placement for “Dolomitea” in authoritative databases.

By contrast, dolomite refers to a carbonate mineral with the chemical composition CaMg(CO3)2. Dolomite was named after the French geologist Deodat Dolomieu. It forms in sedimentary environments and in altered limestones, and it commonly occurs with the rock dolostone (also known as dolomitic limestone). Its crystals are typically rhombohedral, and it has a Mohs hardness of about 3.5 to 4. Dolomite plays a role in industry as a source of magnesium and as a calcium carbonate material in various applications.

If a text uses “Dolomitea” as a proper name, it is advisable to verify whether the author intended “dolomite” or a fictional or auxiliary genus. Without an established definition, any such usage remains informal, speculative, or erroneous in scientific contexts.

See also: Dolomite, Dolostone, Deodat Dolomieu.