According to the Department of Geology and Mining, Dolomite is found in large quantities in Rajouri, Udhampur, Reasi districts of Jammu and Kashmir. It is mainly used in the manufacture of:

Why Refractory Bricks?

High Melting Point: Dolomite has a high resistance to heat. When "dead-burnt," it can withstand the extreme temperatures found in industrial furnaces. 

Steel Industry: These bricks are used to line the inside of Open Hearth Furnaces and Bessemer converters in the steel-making process because they don't break down easily under intense thermal stress.Understanding the Options:Refractory Bricks: Used for furnace linings; this is the primary industrial application for the high-quality dolomite found in Reasi and Rajouri.Cement: While limestone (a close relative) is the main ingredient for cement, dolomite is sometimes used as a filler, but it is not its primary industrial classification in this region.Crucibles: These are usually made from graphite or clay-graphite mixtures to melt metals, rather than raw dolomite.Decorative stones: Some forms of dolomite (like dolomitic marble) are used for construction, but the mining department's focus in J&K is largely on its industrial/chemical utility.