Keywords: Nigeria, Sedimentary, Preca mbrian, Calcite, Dolomite, Carbonate Roc ks. 1.0 Introduction Limestone is a sedimentary r ock composed largely of mineral calcite (CaCO
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The Nigerien dolomite market fell to $2.3B in 2024, approximately reflecting the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed buoyant growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $2.8B in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2024, consumption remained at a lower figure.
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Ikpeshi is located along Auchi -Igarra road in Akoko-Edo LGA, Edo State, Nigeria and it is a home to industrial minerals such as limestone, marble, dolomite, calcite, kaolin, feldspar, etc.
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What is Dolomite? Dolomite is an anhydrous carbonate mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate, ideally CaMg(CO₃)₂. The term is also used for a sedimentary carbonate rock composed mostly of the mineral dolomite.
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Dolomite is widely spread in nature and can be found in Nigeria, Canada, Malaysia, and many other countries [10,43,44]. In Malaysia, dolomite can be found abundantly in the states of Perlis and Perak. ... In addition, raw dolomite used as a filler usually contains large particle sizes (micron to mm range), thus leading to poor dispersion of ...
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Gold is found in some African countries such as Nigeria in varying quantities, as a natural resource deposit mainly found in the Northern part of Nigeria. It is prominently located in Iperindo in Osun State and other areas near Maru, Tsohon Birnin Gwari-Kwaga, Gurmana, Anka, Malele, Bin Yauri, and Okolom-Dogondaji.
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Uses of dolomite: Dolomite has very little use as a mineral. Dolostone is, however, used immensely because of concentrations that are too large to mine. Acts as storage rock - Dolomite acts as a storage rock for oil and gas. A …
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Dolomite, a mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate, has a rich history and diverse uses in Nigeria. This versatile resource is widely distributed across the country and holds great potential for various industries. The history of dolomite in Nigeria dates back to ancient times when it was used for its medicinal properties.
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NIGERIA : Solid minerals Exploration Mining Exportation Sales and Investmen In Nigeria - Download as a PDF or view online for free. ... Taraba, Kogi, Kwara and Oyo states. Dolomite --- Dolomite can be found in Kogi, Oyo, Edo, Kwara and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Phosphate--- Phosphate is found in Sokoto and Ogun states. 11.
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Dolomite plays a crucial role in agriculture and soil management due to its calcium and magnesium content. It is widely used as a soil conditioner and pH regulator to improve the …
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This paper will conduct a comparative analysis of Nigeria's mineral resources visa -vis Africa's mineral wealth, and propose pathways forward for the realization of Nigeria's maximum mineral ...
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DOLOMITE 16 Dolomite D olomite (CaCO 3.MgCO 3) theoretically contains CaCO 3 54.35% and MgCO 3 45.65% or CaO 30.4%, MgO 21.9% and CO 2 47.7%. However, in nature, dolomite is not available in this exact proportion. Hence, in commercial parlance, the rock containing 40-45% MgCO 3 is usually called dolomite.Dolomite rock which contains in addition ...
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Nigeria is a major oil producing country that uses over 70,000 tons of barite annually, out of which about half is imported. 6 Achievers J. Sci. Research Figure 4: Areas of interest for location of strategic minerals Limestone occurs in most …
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What is Dolomite? Dolomite is a fascinating mineral with a rich history and diverse applications. Named after the French geologist Déodat Gratet de Dolomieu, this mineral has intrigued scientists and enthusiasts alike. Here are some intriguing facts about dolomite.. Dolomite is a carbonate mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate (CaMg(CO3)2).. It forms in …
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Dolomite is a common rock-forming mineral. It is a calcium magnesium carbonate with a chemical composition of CaMg(CO 3) 2. It is the primary component of the sedimentary rock known as dolostone and the metamorphic rock known as dolomitic marble. Limestone that contains some dolomite is known as dolomitic limestone.
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Dolomite, a mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate, has a rich history and diverse uses in Nigeria. This versatile resource is widely distributed across the country and holds great …
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Non-metallic mineral resources comprise other minerals that are not metal ores (limestone, dolomite, gypsum, clay, crushed stone, sand, salts, etc.) ... Columbite is another untapped mineral resources in Nigeria. Some of the uses of columbite ore include alloy of steel, to form weldable high speed steel, for radio transmitting valves, and heat ...
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*Dolomite and Marble: Grades, Differences, Prices, Uses, Geology, and Occurrences in Nigeria* During field mapping, I conducted extensive work on the dolomite outcrop, which extends in a north-south...
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dolomite from four different locations in Nigeria for refractory applications. Dolomite samples from Ikpeshi, Osara, Ugya and Kwakuti were used in this study and the dolomite were physically and chemically characterized. The test results showed that dolomite is suitable for use as basic refractory materials in machine tools and steel making.
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Dolomite, a mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate, has a rich history and diverse uses in Nigeria. This versatile resource is widely distributed across the country and holds great potential for various industries.
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Dolomite, a mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate, has a rich history and diverse uses in Nigeria. This versatile resource is widely distributed across the country and holds great potential for various industries.
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The production of dolomite in Nigeria as a natural resource dated back to the year 1960. That was actually the period of time when dolomite was discovered in Lokoja, Kogi state for the first time. Subsequently, the development of Igbeti marble deposits followed suit, before the others were founded as follows: Oreke dolomite of Kawara state ...
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Dolomite (CaCO 3.MgCO 3) theoretically contains CaCO 3 54.35% and MgCO 3 45.65 % or CaO 30.4 % MgO 21.9 and CO2 47.7 %. However, dolomite is not found in this exact proportion in nature. As a result, the rock having 40–45 % MgCO 3 is commonly referred to as dolomite. Dolomitic Limestone is a kind of dolomite limestone that contains calcite or a …
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This report seeks to examine the financial viability or otherwise of establishing dolomite milling and packaging plant in Nigeria. In Nigeria, Dolomite is witnessing high demand from the ceramics, rubber, glass, cement, …
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Construction: In cement and concrete, in particular, it is commonly used as a filler to enhance its strength and durability. The powder of dolomite is found to be used in the manufacture of tiles, glass and ceramics. Agriculture: Farmers use dolomite powder to balance the pH levels of soil and improve its fertility. Its calcium and magnesium ...
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*Dolomite and Marble: Grades, Differences, Prices, Uses, Geology, and Occurrences in Nigeria* During field mapping, I conducted extensive work on the dolomite outcrop, which extends in a north-south...
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Dolomite Deposits – Nigeria is one of the African Countries with Dolomite deposits and these are located in Abuja, Edo (Ikpeshi and Akoko), Kogi, Nasarawa, Kwara, Yobe, and Oyo. Dolomite is one of the compositions of …
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Imports In 2023, Nigeria imported $900k in Dolomite, becoming the 53rd largest importer of Dolomite in the world. At the same year, Dolomite was the 816th most imported product in Nigeria. Nigeria imports Dolomite primarily from: Spain ($586k), Norway ($310k), India ($3.43k), and …
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Common dolomite textures emphasizing the effect of temperature on the style of dolomite development after Gregg and Sibley, 1984; Sibley and Gregg, 1987 . Used in combination with observation ...
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Dolomite is a solid mineral that occurs in several areas in Nigeria, mainly the Southwest and Middle belt regions of the country. Its occurrences arise from the hydrothermal metasomatism or diagnosis of limestone in such places.
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Uses of Dolomite. Dolomite has a myriad of practical applications. In agriculture, dolomite and dolomitic limestone are used as pH buffers in soil management and in potting mixes. In construction, dolostone may be used instead of limestone as the aggregate in cement mixes. Dolomite also serves as a vital component in the production of glass and ...
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