Nondolomitized
Nondolomitized refers to rock formations, typically limestones, that have not undergone dolomitization. Dolomitization is a diagenetic process where magnesium replaces some of the calcium in the original calcite (calcium carbonate) structure, forming the mineral dolomite (calcium magnesium carbonate). Therefore, a nondolomitized rock is essentially a pure limestone, composed predominantly of calcite.
The presence or absence of dolomitization can significantly impact the physical and chemical properties of a
In geological contexts, identifying whether a limestone has been dolomitized or not is important for understanding