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- Dictionaryconcretion/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"
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Jul 22, 2024 · 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.
Jul 24, 2024 · concretion A volume of sedimentary rock in which a mineral cement fills the porosity (i.e. the spaces between the sediment grains). conglomerate Any type of rock consisting of individual stones that have become cemented together. contact metamorphism Metamorphism due to the local heating of rocks by the intrusion of magma nearby. continental crust
Sep 14, 2023 · Concretions are an interesting mode of preservation that can occasionally yield fossils with soft tissues. To properly interpret these fossils, an understanding of their fossilization is required.
Oct 1, 2023 · The concretions are a hard, compact mass of matter formed by the precipitation of mineral cement within the spaces commonly found in sedimentary rock. Concretions are found across areas of Kodiak Island on Alaska’s southern coast and Qeqertarsuaq in Greenland.
Jul 23, 2024 · Reification (also known as concretism, hypostatization, or the fallacy of misplaced concreteness) is a fallacy of ambiguity, when an abstraction (abstract belief or hypothetical construct) is treated as if it were a concrete real event or physical entity.
Nov 26, 2023 · Concretion: Some nodules are believed to form through concretion, where dissolved metals in seawater precipitate and accumulate around a central core or nucleus, gradually increasing in size.
Aug 8, 2023 · A conjunctival concretion is a benign entity characterized by single or multiple discrete yellowish-white deposits of varying size. They may be idiopathic and are generally a finding in elderly individuals or secondary to chronic conjunctival inflammation like in trachoma.
Oct 10, 2023 · The study of these enigmatic formations continues to contribute to our knowledge of geology, paleontology, and environmental science, making them a subject of enduring interest and significance. Contents. Formation of Cannonball Concretions. Distribution and locations where they are commonly found.
Jan 20, 2024 · Examine the sphere: Start by examining the concretion carefully to identify its natural shape, patterns, and any potential flaws or interesting formations within it. Understanding the concretion's features will help you decide the best orientation for cutting. Determine the desired outcome: Clearly define your desired outcome.
May 31, 2024 · Gallstone, concretion composed of crystalline substances (usually cholesterol, bile pigments, and calcium salts) embedded in a small amount of protein material formed most often in the gallbladder. The most common type of gallstone consists principally of cholesterol; its occurrence has been linked.
