Mineralization: meaning, definitions and examples
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mineralization
[ ˌmɪnərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən ]
earth sciences
The process by which minerals form in a rock, usually through the action of water carrying mineral-forming substances.
Synonyms
mineral deposition, mineral formation
Examples of usage
- Mineralization can occur in a variety of geological settings.
- Mineralization is essential for the formation of ore deposits.
biology
The process by which organic matter is converted into minerals or inorganic compounds.
Synonyms
biomineralization, organic matter mineralization
Examples of usage
- Microbial mineralization plays a crucial role in nutrient cycling.
- Mineralization of organic matter contributes to soil fertility.
Translations
Translations of the word "mineralization" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mineralização
🇮🇳 खनिजकरण
🇩🇪 Mineralisierung
🇮🇩 mineralisasi
🇺🇦 мінералізація
🇵🇱 mineralizacja
🇯🇵 鉱化 (こうか)
🇫🇷 minéralisation
🇪🇸 mineralización
🇹🇷 mineralizasyon
🇰🇷 광물화 (광물화)
🇸🇦 تَمَعدُن
🇨🇿 mineralizace
🇸🇰 mineralizácia
🇨🇳 矿化 (kuànghuà)
🇸🇮 mineralizacija
🇮🇸 steinefnun
🇰🇿 минерализация
🇬🇪 მინერალიზაცია
🇦🇿 mineralizasiya
🇲🇽 mineralización
Word origin
The term 'mineralization' originated in the field of geology in the early 19th century to describe the formation of minerals in rocks. Over time, its usage expanded to include the biological process of converting organic matter into minerals. The concept of mineralization is fundamental to understanding various natural processes in geology, biology, and environmental science.
See also: mineralize, mineralized, minerals.