Diagenesis and Limestone Formation

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What is neomorphism in the context of diagenesis?

Transformation of minerals into new crystals of different sizes or shapes

What is diagenesis?

The hardening of loose sediment into sedimentary rock

What are modern carbonate cements that can be precipitated in?

Intertidal environment, shallow sub tidal zone, deeper water environment, meteoric environment

What is dolomitization in diagenesis?

<p>The process in which calcite is replaced by dolomite</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does isochemical diagenesis involve?

<p>No matter change in chemistry during the transformation into a rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

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