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28.2D Dorian
D Dorian:
D E F G A B C
Formula:
1 2 ♭3 4 5 6 ♭7
The characteristic note is:
B natural = 6.
Compare with D natural minor/Aeolian:
D E F G A B♭ C.
Only:
B♭ → B
changes.
But that one note gives the famous Dorian brightness.