calcareous

• Diz-se do que contém ou é composto de carbonato de cálcio, como o calcário ou o giz.

Describes something that contains or is composed of calcium carbonate, such as limestone or chalk.

1. Containing calcium carbonateC2formalscientific

   Composed of, containing, or resembling calcium carbonate, calcite, or chalk.

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   • The calcareous soil in the region is ideal for growing certain types of grapes.
   • Geologists identified the rock as a calcareous sandstone.
   • Many marine organisms build their shells from calcareous materials.

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