Noun: mineralization ,mi-nu-ru-lu'zey-shun [N. Amer], ,mi-nu-ru-lI'zey-shun [Brit]
- The process of depositing minerals in tissue or converting organic matter into inorganic substances
"Bone mineralization is essential for skeletal strength";
- mineralisation [Brit]
- The natural process by which minerals form in rock
"The mineralization of the ore deposit occurred over millions of years";
- mineralisation [Brit]
- The act of impregnating with minerals, as in water treatment
"The mineralization of tap water can affect its taste";
- mineralisation [Brit]
Derived forms: mineralizations
Encyclopedia: Mineralization