Diagenesis and Digenetic Processes in Limestone
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What is the process called when calcite is replaced by dolomite in limestone diagenesis?

  • Dolomitization (correct)
  • Silicification
  • Dedolomitization
  • Stylolite formation
  • What are stylolites a result of?

  • Dissolution
  • Pressure solution (correct)
  • Dolomitization
  • Silicification
  • Which mineral occurs as cement in some limestone and can form different types of digenetic silicates?

  • Silica (correct)
  • Quartz
  • Calcite
  • Dolomite
  • What is the diagenetic process by which carbonate and evaporite minerals are dissolved and removed called?

    <p>Dissolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does dedolomitization occur in the diagenesis of limestone?

    <p>During late diagenesis after the precipitation of calcite in limestone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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