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   concretion

   /kənˈkriːʃ(ə)n/

   noun

   • 1. a hard solid mass formed by the local accumulation of matter, especially within the body or within a mass of sediment: "nodular concretions of siderite growing within the sediments"
   • ▪ the process by which matter forms into a concretion.

   Word Origin mid 16th century: from Latin concretio(n-), from concrescere ‘grow together’.

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   • 1. concretionary adjective

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   What is the meaning of concretion?

   • 1. a. The act or process of concreting into a mass; coalescence. b. The state of having been concreted: a concretion of seminal ideas in her treatise. 2. A solid hard mass. 3. Geology A rounded mass of mineral matter found in sedimentary rock. 4.

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   What does a concretion look like?

   • A concretion is a hard, compact mass formed by the precipitation of mineral cement within the spaces between particles, and is found in sedimentary rock or soil. Concretions are often ovoid or spherical in shape, although irregular shapes also occur.

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   What does concrete mean?

   • 1. the act or process of concreting or becoming substantial; coalescence; solidification. 2. the state of being concreted. 3. a solid mass formed by or as if by coalescence or cohesion: a concretion of melted candies. 4. anything that is made real, tangible, or particular. 5. a solid or calcified mass in the body formed by a disease process.

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   What are concretions based on?

   • Because of the variety of unusual shapes, sizes and compositions, concretions have been interpreted to be dinosaur eggs, animal and plant fossils (called pseudofossils ), extraterrestrial debris or human artifacts .

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   A concretion is a hard, compact mass formed by the precipitation of mineral cement within the spaces between particles, and is found in sedimentary rock or soil. [1] Concretions are often ovoid or spherical in shape, although irregular shapes also occur.

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   A concretion is a hard mass formed in a living body or in rock, often from mineral salts. Learn more about the word history, examples, synonyms, and related terms of concretion.

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   Concretion definition: the act or process of concreting or becoming substantial; coalescence; solidification. . See examples of CONCRETION used in a sentence.

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   Apr 3, 2020 · Concretions are commonly misunderstood geologic structures. Often mistaken for fossil eggs, turtle shells, or bones, they are actually not fossils at all but a common geologic phenomenon in almost all types of sedimentary rock, including sandstones, shales, siltstones, and limestones. Concretions form inside sediments before they harden into ...

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   A concretion is a solid mass formed by coalescence, cohesion, or precipitation of particles. It can occur in geology, medicine, or other fields. See synonyms, translations, and usage examples of concretion.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › concretionCONCRETION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A concretion is a solid or solidified mass, or the act or process of becoming substantial. Learn more about the word origin, synonyms, pronunciation, and usage of concretion in different contexts.

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   Jun 8, 2018 · A concretion is a hard solid mass formed by the local accumulation of matter, especially within a sediment or an organ. Learn about different types of concretions, their formation, and their applications in geology, ecology, and medicine.