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Definition of Lithification
1. Noun. (geology) The compaction and cementation of sediment into rock. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Lithification
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Lithification
Literary usage of Lithification
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Journal of Geology by University of Chicago Department of Geology and Paleontology (1905)
"... conglomerates, and foraminiferal limestones occur—and by its degree of
lithification, which is, as far as known, unique in the coast region. ..."
2. Bulletin (1904)
"The local lithification of the sea beaches is not uncommon, but the most noteworthy
instances of lithification on a large scale are those of the northeast ..."
3. Science by American Association for the Advancement of Science (1895)
"The lithification of the shaley limestone was practically complete at the time of
... 2, deposition and lithification must have proceeded contemporaneously. ..."
4. Science by American Association for the Advancement of Science (1895)
"The lithification of the shaley limestone was practically complete at the time of
... 2, deposition and lithification must have proceeded contemporaneously. ..."
5. Fluid Flow Through Faults and Fractures in Argillaceous Formations by Nuclear Energy Agency (1998)
"Deformation mechanism fields for sediments undergoing lithification. Abbreviations:
IPF- independent ... CATACLASTIC FLOW Cohesion or lithification EA ". ..."
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