petrification

• Substantivo que designa o processo pelo qual material orgânico, geralmente de origem vegetal, se transforma em pedra pela infiltração de água rica em minerais, preservando a estrutura original. Também se refere ao estado de ficar petrificado ou ao resultado desse processo.

A noun referring to the process by which organic material, typically plant matter, is turned into stone through the infiltration of mineral-laden water, preserving the original structure.

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1. Process of turning to stoneC1formalscientific

   The process by which organic material, such as wood or bone, is turned into a stony substance through the infiltration of water carrying dissolved minerals, preserving the original structure.

   Processo de transformação em pedra

   • The petrification of the ancient forest created a stunning fossil record.
   • Scientists study the petrification of wood to understand geological history.
   • The process of petrification can take millions of years.
   • Petrification of dinosaur bones has provided valuable insights into prehistoric life.

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