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lithification

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lithification [ˌlɪθɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]
n
(Earth Sciences / Geological Science) the consolidation of a loosely deposited sediment into a hard sedimentary rock
lithification
the process by which loose mineral fragments or particles of sand are solidifled into stone.
See also: Geology
the process by which loose mineral fragments or particles of sand are solidified into stone.
See also: Soil
lithification - The process of compaction of sediment into stone.
See also related terms for sediment.
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