What does lithification mean?
The process of converting loose sediment into a solid rock, often through the action of pressure and cementation. This can occur naturally over time, or it can be induced artificially through human intervention.
Example
"The geologist studied the lithification of the sandstone formation, which had taken millions of years to complete."
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