Pink dolomite

Pink Dolomite from Morocco Size- 5.5cm x 4.3cm x 1.2cm Weight- 39g You will receive the item in the photo Dolomite is both an anhydrous calcium magnesium carbonate mineral and the sedimentary rock formed by it. Mineral class: carbonate Crystal system: Trigonal-rhombohedral. It often displays curved saddle shaped crystal faces or rhombohedral habits Rock formation: The massive sedimentary rock formed of dolomite is commonly called dolostone or dolomite rock. Most dolomite is formed post-depositionally. Ancient limestones or calcuim carbonate lime muds are altered when they are exposed to groundwater rich in magnesium. This replacement process is called dolomitization. Hardness: 3.5-4 on the MOHs scale