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lithification the process by which loose mineral fragments or particles of sand are solidifled into stone. See also: Geologythe process by which loose mineral fragments or particles of sand are solidified into stone. See also: Soil |
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It is evident that ore deposit formation can be linked to the six stages (magmatism, erosion, transport, deposition, lithification and metamorphism) of the rock cycle (Fig. The rock is calcareous, and macroscopic structures and textures indicate a history of fragmentation followed by lithification. |
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