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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: Geologythe process by which loose mineral fragments or particles of sand are solidified into stone. See also: Soillithification - The process of compaction of sediment into stone. See also related terms for sediment. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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