mineralize (Meaning)
mineralize (v)
convert into a mineral substance
transform (a metal) into an ore
mineralize (v. t.)
To transform into a mineral.
To impregnate with a mineral; as, mineralized water.
To charge or impregnate with ore.
mineralize (v. i.)
To go on an excursion for observing and collecting minerals; to mineralogize.
Synonyms & Antonyms of mineralize
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mineralize Sentence Examples
- The bones of the ancient dinosaur fossilized and mineralized over millions of years.
- Tooth decay occurs when acids in the mouth demineralize the enamel.
- Mineralization processes in the soil enhance plant growth and soil fertility.
- The mineralized coating on seashells protects them from erosion.
- Hot springs contain dissolved minerals that can mineralize nearby rocks.
- Calcium phosphate mineralizes in the body to form bones and teeth.
- The formation of mineralized concretions within the urinary tract is called urolithiasis.
- Mineralization of dentin, the layer beneath tooth enamel, helps maintain tooth strength.
- Acid rain can demineralize building facades and sculptures, causing damage to cultural heritage.
- In some cases, mineralized nodules can form within the brain, known as brain calcifications.
FAQs About the word mineralize
convert into a mineral substance, transform (a metal) into an oreTo transform into a mineral., To impregnate with a mineral; as, mineralized water., To go on an
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The bones of the ancient dinosaur fossilized and mineralized over millions of years.
Tooth decay occurs when acids in the mouth demineralize the enamel.
Mineralization processes in the soil enhance plant growth and soil fertility.
The mineralized coating on seashells protects them from erosion.
