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silicification

/sɪlɪsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does silicification mean?

noun

The process of forming or depositing silica, especially in a biological context. The formation of silica in a biological system, such as in the shells of certain organisms.

Example

"The silicification of the diatom's frustule is a critical process for its survival."

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